Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced - Set Up Recurring Tasks

The video tutorial explains how to set up recurring tasks in project management using a progress meeting as an example. It covers the importance of a consistent pattern for tasks, how to include time elements in scheduling, and how to handle exceptions when meetings fall on non-working days. The tutorial also demonstrates assigning resources to tasks and adjusting task durations.

What is a key requirement for setting up recurring tasks effectively?

• Tasks must have a consistent pattern.

• Tasks should be scheduled daily.

• Tasks must be completed within a week.

• Tasks should be assigned to multiple teams.

What is a potential downside of setting up recurring tasks?

• They are only available for daily tasks.

• They require a consistent pattern.

• They cannot be edited once created.

• They automatically assign resources.

How can you include time elements in task scheduling?

• By using a calendar view.

• By setting tasks to repeat weekly.

• By changing the date format to include time.

• By assigning tasks to different resources.

What should you do if a recurring task falls on a non-working day?

• Cancel the task.

• Reschedule to the next working day.

• Ignore the task.

• Move the task to the previous day.

What happens if you change the duration of a recurring task?

• The task is deleted.

• Only the first task is updated.

• All tasks are recreated, including exceptions.

• The task is extended by one hour.

How can you assign resources to recurring meetings?

• By selecting each meeting individually.

• By using the Assign Resources option on the project meeting.

• By creating a new resource sheet.

• By scheduling meetings on different days.

What is the effect of extending recurring tasks beyond the project end date?

• It cancels all future tasks.

• It extends the overall project duration.

• It has no effect on the project.

• It shortens the project duration.