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TigPerry
Oct 21, 2024Copper Contributor
MS Project: Create Rules to format tasks
I like to color code my tasks in MS project. It makes it easier to find things. For example, when a task is completed, I set the font color to green. If it is behind schedule, I set the font color...
John-project
Oct 21, 2024Silver Contributor
TigPerry,
Yes, but..... Have you considered using the graphic indicators available in the Indicator field (e.g. red, yellow, green of various icons)?
Either way, you will need to set up a custom flag field (e.g. Flag1) with a formula delineating when at task line is red or green. And what about tasks that are not complete but are not "late"?
Give us some definition and we can help you set it up.
John
Yes, but..... Have you considered using the graphic indicators available in the Indicator field (e.g. red, yellow, green of various icons)?
Either way, you will need to set up a custom flag field (e.g. Flag1) with a formula delineating when at task line is red or green. And what about tasks that are not complete but are not "late"?
Give us some definition and we can help you set it up.
John