How to organize tasks and subtasks with priorities automatically reordered by color
Automatic priority reordering is the behavior where the task table reorganizes itself as soon as an item's priority changes, without needing to drag or manually reorder anything. In Jestor, high priorities move to the top in red, medium ones stay in yellow, and low ones in blue.
The problem with reordering tasks by hand
Manually reordering tasks every time a priority changes is repetitive work, and without a clear visual color cue, it's easy to lose track of what needs immediate attention.
- High: red, automatically moves to the top.
- Medium: yellow, stays in the middle of the table.
- Low: blue, stays at the bottom.
| Priority | Color and position in the table |
|---|---|
| High | Red, at the top of the table |
| Medium | Yellow, in the middle of the table |
| Low | Blue, at the bottom of the table |
How the reordering and deadline calculation work in Jestor
- Change a task's priority: from medium to high, for example.
- Watch the table reorder itself: without dragging or clicking anything.
- Set the start date: a formula automatically calculates the expected days to completion.
- Log the completion date: the system calculates the days actually used and shows whether it stayed within deadline.
- Use the task chat: each task and subtask has its own chat, without mixing conversations.
How to configure it in Jestor: just edit the priority field on any task; the reordering and color are applied automatically, no extra configuration needed.
Operational tip: when you mark a task as completed, it leaves the table and automatically feeds the chart; if marked as archived, it leaves both the table and the chart — use "archived" only for tasks that shouldn't count toward the metrics.
Why choose Jestor for visual priority management?
Automatic reordering eliminates a microtask that eats up time in practically every traditional task system: manually reorganizing the list. In Jestor, color and position already do that signaling work for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the table reorder itself when I change the priority? Yes, high-priority tasks automatically move to the top.
Is the expected deadline calculated automatically? Yes, a formula calculates the expected days from the start date.
Do archived tasks still show up on the chart? No, archived tasks leave both the table and the tracking chart.
Video Tutorial: Step by Step
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