# Project Task Definition
A Task Definition is a reusable template for common task types. Link it when creating a Project Task or when building a Project Template.
Overview & List View
Go to Project → Project Task Definition. List title: Task Definition.
List columns
| **Column** | **Shows** |
|------------|-----------|
| Id | Definition reference number. |
| Name | Definition name. |
| Status | Active or Inactive. |
Quick filter tabs
Active, Inactive.
Advanced Filters
Id, Name, Status, Created date.
List row actions
Edit, Delete, View.
Quick Start
1. Go to Project → Project Task Definition and click New.
2. Enter Name and optional Description.
3. Click Save.
4. Use the definition when creating tasks or adding lines to a project template.
| **Field** | **Required** | **Description** |
|-----------|--------------|-----------------|
| Name | Yes | Standard task type name. |
| Description | No | What this task type involves. |
Example
Define task types Site Survey, Welding, and Pressure Test. When building a Project Template for ship repair, pick these definitions for each template task row so new projects get consistently named tasks.
FAQ
What is the difference between a Task Definition and a Project Task?
A Task Definition is reusable master data (a task type name). A Project Task is an actual work item on a specific project with dates, assignees, and materials.
Does changing a definition rename existing project tasks?
No. Project tasks store the name from the definition at creation time. Edit individual tasks if names need updating after a definition change.
Can I inactivate a definition used on templates?
Yes. Inactive definitions remain on existing template rows but should not be picked for new template or task lines.
Do definitions include materials or assignees?
No. Definitions hold Name and Description only. Add materials and employees on each project task after creation or template assignment.
Must every task use a definition?
No. You can type a custom task name when creating a Project Task without selecting a definition.
Can I delete a definition referenced by templates?
Delete may be blocked when template rows or tasks reference the definition. Inactivate instead to hide it from new selections.