Time Estimated in ClickUp (Legacy Card)
The legacy Time Estimated card in ClickUp helps you understand how much time is planned for work across your tasks, so you can quickly review estimates by assignee and space, refine planning, and manage workloads more efficiently.
This how-to guide explains how the legacy Time Estimated card works, how to add it to a Dashboard, and how to interpret each part of the card so you can use it confidently in your workspace.
What the ClickUp Time Estimated Legacy Card Does
The Time Estimated legacy card summarizes task estimates over a selected date range. It shows how much time has been estimated overall, how estimates are distributed by assignee, and which spaces contain those tasks.
Use this card when you want to:
- See total time estimated for tasks in a period.
- Compare estimates between team members.
- Identify where estimated work is located across spaces.
- Drill into filtered task lists directly from a Dashboard.
The legacy label means this card uses the classic card experience and may differ from newer Dashboard cards in your ClickUp workspace.
How to Add the Time Estimated Legacy Card in ClickUp
Before you can review estimates, you need to add the card to a Dashboard. Use the steps below to place and configure it.
Step 1: Open or Create a ClickUp Dashboard
- From your workspace, go to the Dashboards area.
- Select an existing Dashboard or create a new one where you want to track estimates.
Step 2: Add the Legacy Time Estimated Card
- In the Dashboard, click the option to add a new card.
- Browse or search for the legacy Time Estimated card.
- Select the card to add it to your Dashboard layout.
After adding the card, you can move or resize it like any other Dashboard card in ClickUp.
Step 3: Configure Card Filters in ClickUp
To make the Time Estimated legacy card useful, you should configure filters so it only includes the tasks that matter to you.
Typical filter options include:
- Location: Limit results to specific spaces, folders, or lists.
- Assignees: Show estimates for particular people or teams.
- Date range: Focus on a specific time period.
- Task filters: Refine by status, tags, or other properties supported by the card.
Once filters are applied, the card automatically updates to show estimates that match your criteria.
Understanding the Time Estimated Overview in ClickUp
The top section of the Time Estimated legacy card summarizes the total estimated time for all tasks included by your filters.
Total Estimated Time
This value represents the sum of all time estimates on the filtered tasks. It helps you see, at a glance, how much work has been planned for the selected scope and date range.
Use this to quickly compare planned time between different Dashboards or filter presets in ClickUp.
Date Range Context
The overview area also reflects the chosen date range, so you know whether you are looking at estimates for a week, a month, or a custom period. Changing the date range updates the overview and all related sections of the card.
Viewing Time Estimated by Assignee in ClickUp
The Time Estimated legacy card breaks down estimates by assignee so you can see how work is distributed across your team.
Assignee Breakdown
In the assignee view, each person with at least one estimated task in the filtered results appears with their total estimated time. This helps you:
- Compare workloads between team members.
- Identify who has the most or least estimated time.
- Spot potential imbalances in planned work.
If a task is assigned to multiple people, its estimate may be displayed based on how estimates are configured in your workspace. Always review your assignment and estimate practices in ClickUp for consistent reporting.
Opening the Assignee Task List in ClickUp
You can drill into the tasks behind each total:
- Click an assignee in the card.
- A filtered view of tasks for that assignee appears, showing only items that match the card’s filters and date range.
- From there, you can open tasks, adjust estimates, or update statuses directly.
This behavior makes the card an effective starting point for reviewing estimated workloads per person.
Viewing Time Estimated by Space in ClickUp
The Time Estimated legacy card also summarizes estimates by space, giving you insight into where estimated work is located in your workspace structure.
Space Breakdown
In the space view, each space that contains tasks matching your filters appears along with the total estimated time for those tasks. This is helpful when you need to:
- See which spaces carry the most planned work.
- Compare estimated time across product lines, departments, or teams.
- Confirm that estimates are aligned with your organizational priorities.
Opening the Space Task List in ClickUp
To examine tasks within a particular space:
- Click the name of the space in the card.
- A filtered list of tasks from that space opens, already narrowed by the card’s filters and date range.
- Review or adjust tasks, estimates, and assignees as needed.
This makes it simple to move from high-level summaries down to the specific tasks that make up the total estimated time.
Best Practices for Using Time Estimated in ClickUp
To get reliable and actionable data from the Time Estimated legacy card, keep these practices in mind:
- Use consistent time estimates: Enter estimates in the same units and format across tasks so totals remain accurate.
- Keep assignments clean: Ensure each task is assigned correctly so assignee-based reports stay meaningful.
- Refresh filters regularly: Review card filters when your team or project scope changes.
- Combine with other dashboards: Use the Time Estimated card alongside time tracked and workload views in ClickUp for a complete planning picture.
Troubleshooting the Time Estimated Legacy Card
If the Time Estimated legacy card in ClickUp does not show the numbers you expect, consider the following:
- Confirm tasks actually have time estimates set.
- Check that your filters and date range are not excluding tasks.
- Verify that you have access to the spaces, folders, and lists in question.
- Remember that this is a legacy card, so newer features may not appear here.
For the original reference material and any updates provided by the platform, review the source article on the ClickUp Help Center: Time Estimated (legacy card) article.
Additional Resources Beyond ClickUp
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By understanding how the Time Estimated legacy card works in ClickUp and combining it with well-structured filters and consistent task estimates, you can turn your Dashboard into a powerful planning hub that highlights workload distribution and supports better scheduling decisions.
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