# Fundamental Elements

## **1️⃣ Tasks & Subtasks**

📌 **Tasks** – The core unit of SmartTask. Assign tasks to team members, set deadlines, and track progress.

📌 **Subtasks** – Break down larger tasks into smaller steps for better execution.

📌 **Custom Fields** – Add extra details like priority, budget, or status.

## **2️⃣ Groups & Projects**

📂 **Groups** – A higher-level structure where multiple projects reside. Imagine teams and departments.

📂 **Projects** – A collection of related tasks grouped together for better organization.

📂 **Portfolios** – Track multiple projects under one view to oversee progress and resource allocation.

## **3️⃣ Views**

📊 **List View** – A structured list of tasks and details.

📊 **Board View (Kanban)** – Visual workflow with drag-and-drop functionality.

📊 **Timeline View (Gantt Chart)** – Manage task dependencies and scheduling.

📊 **Calendar View** – See tasks based on due dates for better planning.

📊 **Dashboard View** – See tasks based on due dates for better planning.

📊 **Gallery View** – See tasks in gallery view with image preview in card

📊 **Discussions** – Add a discussion post where people can share their thoughts (Just like Linkedin)

📊 **Chat** – Chat with team-mates.

📊 **Form** – Create customizable forms that can be hosted on your website.

## **4️⃣ Collaboration & Communication**

💬 **Comments & Mentions** – Discuss tasks with team members within each task.

📎 **File Attachments** – Upload documents, images, or links.

🔔 **Notifications & Reminders** – Stay updated on changes and deadlines.

## **5️⃣ Automations & Workflows**

⚡ **Recurring Tasks** – Automate repetitive tasks at set intervals.

⚡ **Task Dependencies** – Ensure one task starts only after another is completed.

⚡ **Automations** – Create custom rules to automate repetitive actions (e.g., change status when completed).

## **6️⃣ Time Tracking & Reporting**

⏱ **Time Tracking** – Log time spent on tasks and projects.

📈 **Reports & Dashboards** – Get insights into task completion, productivity, and project progress.

## **7️⃣ Integrations & Customization**

🔗 **Integrations** – Connect with Slack, Zapier, Google Drive, and more.

⚙️ **Custom Workflows** – Adapt SmartTask to fit your team’s needs.