Gantt Color Options
Overview
The Gantt Color Options feature, found in Global Settings ⚙️, allows you to customize the visual representation of tasks within your project Gantt charts. By assigning specific colors to different task statuses, you can create a more intuitive and readable timeline, making it easier for project managers and team members to assess project health at a glance.
1. How to Access the Gantt Customization Screen
To configure your Gantt chart colors:
- Navigate to the Global Settings section using the left-hand sidebar menu.
- In the left sidebar, click on Gantt Color Options.
You will now be on the Gantt Customization screen.
2. The Gantt Customization Interface
The Gantt Customization screen provides a simple and direct way to manage the color scheme for your Gantt charts.
| UI Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Status Column | Lists the predefined states used to represent the condition of a task (e.g., Completed, Overdue). |
| Color Column | Displays the current color assigned to each status. The color swatch itself is an interactive color picker. |
| Save Button | This button, located at the bottom right, is used to apply any changes you make to the color scheme. |
3. How to Change the Status Colors
Customizing the colors is a straightforward process.
- Locate the Status: Identify the status whose color you wish to change from the "Status" column.
- Click the Color Swatch: Click on the corresponding color swatch in the "Color" column. This will open a color picker tool.
- Select a New Color: Choose your desired new color from the picker. You can select a standard color or define a custom one.
- Repeat if Necessary: Repeat steps 1-3 for any other statuses you wish to customize.
- Save Your Changes: Once you are satisfied with your new color scheme, click the Save button at the bottom right of the screen.
Your changes will be saved, and all Gantt charts throughout your Zymmr instance will now display the new colors you have selected.
Global Impact
The color changes you make here are system-wide and will affect the appearance of all Gantt charts for all users in your Zymmr instance.
Use Intuitive Colors
It is highly recommended to use a color scheme that is intuitive for your users. For example, using green for Completed tasks, red for Overdue tasks, and blue for In Progress tasks can provide immediate visual cues about project health and status.