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# Add a New Task
To add a new task to Sprint or Folder;
Click on the sprint or folder you want to work with and then on the right section of that sprint view, click the button that says "New Task."
1. In the text box, type the name of the task and choose the task type by clicking on the icon. (You cannot change the icon after creating the task)
2. Add the Assignee by clicking on the  icon given on the right of the text box.
3. Add the due date of the task by clicking on the  icon given next to the assignee icon.
4. Select the priority of the project by clicking on the  icon next to the calendar icon.
5. At last, save the task
6. You can make it ‘’(starred) if the task is important.
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