Full Screen Task Description in ClickUp
Using the full screen task description in ClickUp helps you focus on important task details without distractions, making it easier to draft content, review information, and collaborate with your team.
This guide explains how the full screen view works, how to open and close it, and how to use every part of the interface efficiently.
What is the ClickUp full screen task description?
The full screen task description in ClickUp is a distraction-free layout that expands the task description to fill almost the entire browser window. It keeps essential context visible while removing unrelated interface elements.
Use this mode when you need to:
- Write or edit long task briefs or documentation.
- Review detailed requirements or notes.
- Collaborate on a description with multiple assignees.
- Stay focused on content while still seeing key task information.
How to open a full screen description in ClickUp
You can switch into the full screen description view from any task in ClickUp with a simple click.
Step-by-step: Open full screen in ClickUp
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Open any task in ClickUp.
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Find the description area in the task view.
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In the top right of the description toolbar, click the Full Screen button.
The description expands into a large, focused view while the rest of the interface is dimmed. You keep access to important task controls, but your attention stays on the description content.
Main parts of the ClickUp full screen layout
When you open a task description in full screen, ClickUp highlights specific areas designed for writing and quick navigation.
Dimmed task details
The original task view remains visible in the background but is dimmed. You can still see details like:
- Task title
- Assignees
- Due dates
- Tags and statuses
This keeps context available without distracting you from the description.
Expanded description editor in ClickUp
The description becomes the main focal point. It appears in an expanded editor with the same rich formatting tools available in the standard task view, including:
- Text formatting (bold, italics, headings, lists)
- Links and attachments
- Embeds and media (where supported)
- Comments and collaboration tools tied to the description
The editor width increases to take advantage of your screen, which is especially helpful for longer content and complex formatting.
Using the ClickUp toolbar in full screen
The full screen mode in ClickUp adds a simplified toolbar above the description for quick actions and navigation.
Scroll to task comments
On the right side of the full screen toolbar, you will see a Scroll to Comments option. Selecting this moves the view directly down to the comments section of the task.
This is useful when you want to:
- Check feedback related to the description.
- Reply to questions about content you just edited.
- Quickly review the latest discussion without leaving full screen.
Quick task access via breadcrumbs
In the top left of the full screen description view, you will see the task name. It acts as a breadcrumb and a quick navigation shortcut.
When you click the task name, ClickUp scrolls your view up to the main task details above the description inside the same full screen overlay. From there, you can:
- Review status, priority, or assignees.
- Check custom fields.
- Confirm high-level task data while still staying in the full screen layout.
Return to the normal task view in ClickUp
To close the full screen description and go back to the standard task view in ClickUp, use either of these options:
- Click the Exit Full Screen button in the top right of the toolbar.
- Click outside the description area, on the dimmed task background.
The overlay closes, and you return to the regular task interface with all panels visible.
Best practices for using full screen in ClickUp
To get the most from the full screen task description in ClickUp, follow these guidelines.
Write and edit long-form content
Use the full screen description for tasks that involve substantial writing, such as:
- Project briefs and scopes
- Meeting notes and summaries
- Technical documentation drafts
- Creative copy and content plans
The extra space helps you keep structure clear and formatting consistent.
Collaborate without losing context in ClickUp
While in full screen mode, you still have immediate access to comments and task details. Combine this with:
- Mentioning teammates in comments for specific feedback.
- Using headings and bullet lists to keep information organized.
- Linking to related tasks or docs from the description.
This approach lets your team collaborate efficiently while staying focused on the central task content.
Reduce distractions during reviews
When reviewing complex requirements or final drafts, switch to the full screen description so you can focus on wording, structure, and accuracy. The dimmed interface lowers visual noise and makes it easier to catch details.
Where to learn more about ClickUp features
If you want deeper guidance on using the full screen task description, see the official support article here: Full screen task description in ClickUp.
For broader workflow and productivity strategies that complement your ClickUp setup, you can also explore expert resources at Consultevo.
By making full use of the full screen task description in ClickUp, you can write and review content more comfortably, collaborate with fewer distractions, and keep important task context visible whenever you need it.
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