> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guide.smarttask.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guide.smarttask.io/fundamentals/task/filter-and-sort-task.md).

# Filter, Group and Sort Tasks

You can get your task list as you want to see.

#### **1. Filters**

**Purpose:** Show only tasks that meet specific criteria (e.g., only "In Progress" tasks or tasks assigned to you).

**How to use:**

* Open the **project**.
* Click on the **Filter icon** (funnel symbol) in the top-right.
* Choose criteria like:
  * **Assignee**
  * **Status**
  * **Due Date**
  * **Custom Fields**
* You can apply **multiple filters** at once.

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Filters can be **saved** as a custom view (e.g., "My Tasks", "Overdue", etc.) through [Advanced Search option](/fundamentals/reporting/dashboards/filtered-views.md)
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#### **2. Group By**

**Purpose:** Visually group tasks by a specific attribute (e.g., by assignee, status, or select field).

**How to use:**

* Click the **Group By** dropdown (looks like stacked bars).
* Select the field to group by:
  * **Status** (default for Kanban)
  * **Assignee**
  * **Priority**
  * **Custom Fields**

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#### **3. Sort**

**Purpose:** Reorder tasks based on specific fields.

**How to use:**

* Click the **Sort icon** (A→Z or up/down arrow).
* Choose what to sort by:
  * **Due Date**
  * **Start Date**
  * **Priority**
  * **Custom Fields**
  * **Name**
* You can choose **ascending** or **descending** order.

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#### **Save Your View**

Once you've applied filters, sorting, and grouping:

* Click on the **View dropdown** at the top.
* Click **“Save”** to preserve this layout.
* You can toggle between different saved views anytime.


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