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How to Disable Sprints and Show Task Progress in Project for the Web
Question details
The user wants to remove Bucket and Sprint fields from Project for the Web and display traditional task progress statuses such as Not Started, In Progress, and Completed.
- Product
- Project for the Web
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Setting up a project tracking board without Agile or Sprint planning configurations.
- Observed behavior
- Projects created with Agile or Sprint templates force the display of Bucket and Sprint fields, making it difficult to view standard task progress.
Ensure you have permission to create new projects in your workspace, as fixing this issue requires starting a new project from a different base template.
Use a Blank Project Template and Group by Progress
Start with a Blank template to avoid sprint-specific default views, and use the Board view grouping feature to display standard progress columns.
Currently, there is no way to completely remove the Bucket and Sprint fields from the Task Details pane once a project is created, especially if a Sprint Planning template was used. The best workaround is to start fresh with a Blank project template and utilize the 'Group by' feature.
Open Project for the Web, select 'New project', and choose the 'Blank project' template instead of the 'Sprint Planning' template.
Navigate to your newly created project and click on the 'Board' tab located at the top of the project interface.
In the top right corner of the Board view, click the 'Group by' dropdown menu and select 'Progress'. Your board will now display 'Not Started', 'In Progress', and 'Completed' columns.
Track Project Progress Flexibly with WPS Office
If Microsoft Project for the Web feels too rigid with its forced Sprint and Bucket fields, consider using WPS Spreadsheet for flexible, fully customizable task tracking. WPS Office is a lightweight, free alternative that offers a familiar interface and excellent compatibility with Microsoft Office formats.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Install WPS Office for free from the official website.
- 2. Open a Project Template: Launch WPS Spreadsheet, go to the Templates library, and search for 'Project Management' or 'Task Tracker'.
- 3. Customize Your Workflow: Edit the columns to match your exact progress tracking needs without being forced to use Agile or Sprint fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete the Bucket or Sprint fields from an existing Project for the Web?
No, Microsoft currently does not provide an option to remove or hide the Bucket and Sprint fields from the Task Details pane in Project for the Web.
Why does my blank project still show sprint details in the task pane?
The base fields (Bucket, Sprint) are permanently built into the Task Details pane across all Project for the Web templates. Creating a Blank project simply prevents the automatic creation of sprint-based board views.
How do I track task progress without using Sprints?
Use the Board view in Project for the Web and set the 'Group by' filter to 'Progress'. This categorizes your tasks into traditional 'Not Started', 'In Progress', and 'Completed' columns, completely bypassing the Sprint grouping.
