Search

Ask me anything

Task layouts

Task layouts allow you to see and work with tasks as you navigate ClickUp.

Feature availability and limits vary by plan and user role. Learn more

Task view modes in task view

There are three view modes for tasks in task view:

  • Full screen: The task takes up the majority of your screen. Your Global Navigation and toolbar are available around the task.
    Screenshot of a task in full screen mode.
  • Modal: The location where you opened the task is visible behind the task. Clicking outside the task modal will close the task.
    Screenshot of a task in modal mode.
  • Sidebar mode: Tasks are collapsed to a narrow view on the right-hand of your screen.
    Sidebar mode is the default mode when opening tasks from the Planner.
    Screenshot of a task in sidebar mode.

Change your preferred view mode

When you select a view mode, the current task will switch to that mode. The next task you open will use your preferred view mode.

To quickly switch to sidebar mode:

  • In the upper-right corner, click the Switch layout button.

To change your preferred view mode:

  1. In the upper-right corner, hover over the Switch layout button.
  2. Select your preferred view mode.

Screenshot of the option to change your preferred view mode.