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Creating Tasks from Comments in Hypertasks
Creating Tasks from Comments in Hypertasks

Convert any comment into a new task quickly using Hypertasks' comment-to-task feature. This helps you capture action items and follow-ups directly from discussions.

Updated over a week ago

Two Ways to Create Tasks from Comments

Using the Comment Options Menu via the Mouse

  1. Click the three dots (⋮) next to any comment

  2. Select "Create a new task from comment"

  3. The comment text becomes the task description

Using the Hypertasks Command Center (HTC)

  1. Focus on the comment you want to convert

  2. Press Ctrl + K (Windows) or Cmd + K (Mac)

  3. Type "create task from comment"

  4. Press Enter

Features

  • Comment text automatically becomes the task description

  • Links to original comment context

  • Inherits project and priority settings from original task

  • Opens new task for additional editing

Tips for Effective Use

  • Use for capturing action items from discussions

  • Convert feature requests into proper tasks

  • Track follow-up items from bug reports

  • Create subtasks from implementation details

Keyboard Navigation After Creation

  • Press Esc to return to original task

  • Use J and K to navigate between tasks

  • Press Enter to open the new task

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