Project Insight allows you to add comments to tasks directly from the Task List by displaying the Last Comment column. This helps teams record updates, mention other users, and review recent task conversations without opening each task’s detail page.
Best for: Project managers and team members who need to add or review comments across multiple tasks quickly from one project view.
How do I add the Last Comment column to the Task List?
- Open the project Task List.
- Open Display Options.
- Find the Last Comment field.
- Add it to the displayed Task List columns.
- Place the column where it will be convenient to use, such as near the start and end dates.
Project Insight does this by bringing the task conversation into the Task List, so you do not have to open each task separately to add an update.
How do I add a comment from the Task List?
- Find the task you want to update.
- Select the task’s Last Comment field.
- Enter your comment in the area that opens.
- Continue to the next task when you are finished.
You can add comments as you review the project, allowing you to document progress and questions directly alongside the task schedule.
Can I mention someone in a task comment?
Yes. You can include an @mention when adding a comment from the Task List. This helps direct the update or question to a specific person while keeping the conversation connected to the task.
Can I see older comments from the Task List?
Yes. Select the same comment area to review older comments associated with the task.
This allows you to see the recent update while still having access to the earlier conversation for context.
How do I see who added the last comment?
Add the Last Comment Created By column through Display Options. This column shows the person who entered the most recent comment on each task.
How do I see when the last comment was added?
Add the Last Comment Created On column through Display Options. This column shows when the most recent comment was created.
Using the Last Comment, Last Comment Created By, and Last Comment Created On columns together gives you the comment, its author, and its date directly on the Task List.
Can I display the last comment in a project report?
Yes. The Last Comment field can also be added to project reports through the report display options.
Project Insight does this by making the latest task update available as a report field, helping teams include current commentary alongside task dates and other project information.
What does adding comments to the Task List help a team accomplish?
Adding comment fields to the Task List helps teams update tasks faster, reduce the need to open individual task pages, see who provided the latest update, and understand when that update was made.
In short, the comment columns make it easier to review project activity and add updates while working from a single project view.
What are common mistakes when using task comment columns?
- Opening every task detail page when the Last Comment column could be used instead
- Adding only the Last Comment column when the author and date are also needed
- Assuming the Last Comment column is displayed by default
- Forgetting to add the Last Comment field to reports that need task updates
Related questions
Do I have to open a task to add a comment?
No. Add the Last Comment column to the Task List and enter the comment from that field.
Can I add comments to several tasks from one screen?
Yes. Once the Last Comment column is displayed, you can move through the Task List and add comments to tasks as needed.
Can I see the author and date of the latest comment?
Yes. Add the Last Comment Created By and Last Comment Created On columns to the Task List.
Can task comments appear in project reports?
Yes. Add the Last Comment field through the project report display options.
Where can I get help with Task List comments?
Visit Project Insight Support for help configuring Task List or report columns.
[Related article placeholder: Add a link to the Project Insight article about configuring Task List Display Options.]
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