Create Custom Sprints in ClickUp

Using ClickUp to manage Agile projects lets you build flexible Sprints that match your team rhythm. This guide explains how to create Sprints with a custom duration, adjust schedule options, and keep your work organized from planning to completion.

What are custom Sprints in ClickUp?

Custom Sprints in ClickUp are time-boxed periods you define for planning and tracking work. Instead of being limited to a single standard length, you can choose the exact number of days or weeks that fit your process.

With custom Sprints, you can:

• Align Sprint length with your team capacity.
• Support different cadences across multiple teams.
• Control how and when new Sprints are generated.

All Sprint settings are managed in a Sprint Folder inside a Space, which becomes the hub for your Agile work.

Set up a Sprint Folder in ClickUp

Before you can use custom durations, you need a Sprint Folder in ClickUp. This Folder will contain your Sprint Lists and their tasks.

1. Open the Space where you manage your Agile work.

2. Create or select a Folder you want to use for Sprints.

3. Make sure the Sprint feature is enabled for that Folder according to your workspace settings.

Once the Folder is ready, you can configure Sprint options and generate your first Sprint.

How to create a custom-duration Sprint in ClickUp

Follow these steps to create a Sprint with a custom length using the Sprints ClickApp features.

Step 1: Open the ClickUp Sprint settings

1. Navigate to the Sprint Folder you created in ClickUp.

2. Open the Sprint settings panel from the Folder options or Sprint view.

3. Locate the section dedicated to Sprint scheduling and duration.

These settings control how long each Sprint lasts and how new Sprints are created moving forward.

Step 2: Choose custom Sprint duration in ClickUp

Instead of using a fixed default length, you can select a specific duration that matches your team cadence.

1. In the Sprint settings, look for the Duration or Sprint length option.

2. Choose a custom duration type, such as a specific number of days or weeks.

3. Enter the exact duration value you want to use for your Sprints.

For example, you might set Sprints to last 10 days for a two-week work period excluding weekends, or use a weekly cadence to match recurring planning sessions.

Step 3: Set the Sprint start date in ClickUp

The start date determines when your first custom-duration Sprint begins and how subsequent Sprints are scheduled.

1. Select the calendar date when you want the first Sprint to start.

2. Confirm the time zone if applicable for your workspace.

3. Review the generated end date based on your chosen duration.

After saving, ClickUp will use this start date and duration to calculate the schedule for future Sprints in the Folder.

Control repeating Sprint creation in ClickUp

Once you specify a custom duration, you can also control how new Sprints are generated in ClickUp.

Auto-generate future Sprints

If you want a steady flow of Sprints, you can use automatic creation settings.

• Enable automatic Sprint creation in the Sprint settings.

• Choose whether new Sprints should be created immediately or only when the current Sprint is nearing completion.

• Review the sequence of Sprint names and dates to ensure they match your process.

This makes sure your team never runs out of upcoming Sprints to plan into, even with a non-standard duration.

Manually create Sprints in ClickUp

If you prefer more control, you can manually create Sprints as needed.

1. Open the Sprint Folder and go to the Sprint view.

2. Use the option to add or create a new Sprint List.

3. Confirm the suggested dates generated by your custom duration, or adjust if needed.

Manual creation is useful when your team occasionally pauses or changes cadence between cycles.

Manage tasks inside custom Sprints in ClickUp

After configuring Sprint duration, you can begin planning work for each Sprint.

Assign tasks to a Sprint

1. Open the Sprint List you want to plan in ClickUp.

2. Create new tasks or move existing tasks into the Sprint List.

3. Set assignees, priorities, and estimates according to your planning practices.

Because the Sprint has a defined custom duration, the team can see exactly how long they have to complete the committed work.

Track progress across Sprints in ClickUp

Use views and filters to monitor how work is progressing.

• Configure List or Board views for Sprint tasks.

• Use fields like status, assignee, and time estimates to track results.

• Review velocity or completed work at the end of each Sprint.

Consistent Sprint lengths make it easier to compare performance over time and refine your planning using ClickUp reports and views.

Best practices for custom-duration Sprints in ClickUp

To get the most value from your custom Sprints, follow these practical tips.

Match duration to team capacity

Choose a Sprint length that your team can reliably sustain.

• Shorter Sprints (for example, one week) can increase feedback frequency.

• Longer Sprints (for example, three weeks) may work better for complex work.

• Use data from completed Sprints to refine duration over time.

Align dates across ClickUp Spaces

If multiple teams share work, align Sprint dates wherever possible.

• Use similar custom durations across related Sprint Folders.

• Stagger start dates only when necessary to avoid planning conflicts.

• Document your chosen cadence so everyone understands the schedule.

Review Sprint settings regularly

As your workflow evolves, revisit the Sprint settings in ClickUp.

• Adjust duration when your team grows or changes focus.

• Update automatic Sprint creation rules as your process matures.

• Confirm that naming conventions and dates remain consistent.

Learn more about ClickUp Sprints

For detailed reference on Sprint features and options, view the official ClickUp help article on creating Sprints with a custom duration: ClickUp custom Sprints documentation. It provides specific interface descriptions and any latest changes to the Sprint experience.

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By configuring custom-duration Sprints and reviewing your setup regularly, you can turn ClickUp into a tailored Agile system that fits your exact planning cadence and supports predictable delivery for every team.

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