When creating a new board in Juristic Flow, you can select and customise columns based on the specific needs of your project. In this article and video you'll see examples of adding the Status, People, and Text columns to streamline your project.
How to add columns:
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Locate the "+" Icon
- Look for the "+" symbol on the right side of your board (above or next to the existing columns).
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Click on the "+" Icon
- Clicking the "+" icon will open the Column Centre.
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Choose a Column Type
- Select the type of column you want to add (e.g., Text, Status, Date, etc.). Each type has a unique function to fit your needs.
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Name Your Column (Optional)
- Once added, you can rename the column by clicking on the column header.
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Start Using Your Column
- Input data or drag content into the new column to integrate it into your workflow.
- Input data or drag content into the new column to integrate it into your workflow.
Overview of column types
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Status
Track the progress of tasks with clear indicators like "In Progress," "Completed," or "Pending Review."
Tip: Use this to get an instant overview of project health. -
People
Assign tasks to team members for collaborative work.
Tip: Quickly allocate responsibilities and keep everyone informed. -
Text
Add concise notes or comments to tasks.
Tip: Perfect for capturing quick ideas or brief instructions. -
Numbers
Record numerical data such as costs, hours, or other metrics.
Tip: Ideal for budget tracking or monitoring KPIs. -
Dates
Set deadlines or schedule events.
Tip: Keep your team on track with clear, visible timelines. -
Timelines
Visualise the duration of a task or project phase.
Tip: Use this for a bird's-eye view of task dependencies and scheduling. -
Checkboxes
Use checkboxes to mark items as completed.
Tip: Keep track of subtasks or simple workflows. -
Time Tracking
Record time spent on specific tasks.
Tip: Essential for billing or tracking productivity. -
Time of Day
Specify exact hours for task completion.
Tip: Use this for meetings, deadlines, or time-sensitive tasks. -
Long Text
Add detailed notes or comments.
Tip: Use this for comprehensive documentation or explanations. -
Links
Attach relevant URLs to tasks.
Tip: Add research links, client resources, or internal documents. -
Files
Upload documents or images directly.
Tip: Centralise task-related materials for easier access. -
Dropdown
Add pre-set options to standardise task categories.
Tip: Useful for tagging tasks by type or priority. -
Labels
Assign tags to categorise tasks efficiently.
Tip: Highlight high-priority items or group tasks by topic. -
Country
Assign a country to tasks for international projects.
Tip: Perfect for cross-border legal work or compliance tracking. -
Priority
Indicate the urgency or importance of tasks.
Tip: Ensure that critical tasks are addressed first. -
Latest Comment
View the most recent note or update on a task.
Tip: Quickly catch up on task progress or changes. -
Last Updated
Monitor when a task was last modified.
Tip: Keep track of active or stagnant tasks.
Tips for maximising columns in Juristic Flow
- Customise columns: Tailor the column setup to fit your workflow, whether it’s for dispute resolution, compliance tracking, or M&A structuring.
- Collaborate in real-time: Assign tasks and keep everyone aligned without leaving the platform.
- Integrate with tools: Use file and link columns to connect external data sources like iManage or SharePoint for a unified workspace.