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Insert a Task to a Specific WBS Location

When necessary, insert a task to a specific location in the work breakdown structure (WBS) in the Gantt view.

Follow these steps:

1. Open the project.
2. Open the Tasks menu and click Gantt.
3. Select the check box against the project name, or click anywhere on the task row to insert the new task row below it. Then, perform one of these actions:
   • Use the keyboard shortcut key:
     • Windows: Press Insert.
     • Macintosh: Press Ctrl+I.
   • Click the Create New Task icon on the Gantt view.
4. Complete the fields in the Create Tasks page. The following fields require explanation:

   % Complete

   Defines the percent of work that has been completed when the task is partially completed.

   Values:

   • Zero. The task is not started.
   • 1 through 99. The task has ETC or actuals posted and the task is not started.
   • 100. The task is complete.

   Default: 0

5. Perform one of the following actions:
   • Click the Save icon on the Gantt view toolbar.
   • To enter a new task below and as a peer to this task, press Enter.
   • Press Tab to move to the next field.