Master Due Dates in ClickUp

Due dates in ClickUp help you keep work on schedule by clearly defining when tasks and subtasks must be started or finished. This how-to guide walks you through setting, editing, and managing due dates so your team always knows what is expected and when.

By understanding how to apply single and ranged dates, work with time zones, and adjust permissions, you can build a reliable system that keeps every task moving forward.

What are due dates in ClickUp?

Due dates indicate the date and time a task or subtask should be completed. In ClickUp, they appear in most views so you can quickly scan upcoming work and prioritize your day or week.

A due date can be as simple as a single day or as detailed as a full date range with start and end times. You can apply them to tasks and subtasks in a few clicks and update them later as plans change.

Types of task dates in ClickUp

ClickUp lets you track several kinds of task dates. Understanding these helps you pick the right one for each workflow:

• Due date only: The date (and optional time) when the task must be finished.
• Start date and due date: A date range showing when work begins and when it ends.
• All-day dates: Dates without specific times, useful for flexible tasks.
• Time-specific dates: Dates with a defined time, ideal for deadlines and meetings.

All these dates can be displayed, sorted, and filtered across your ClickUp views, especially in Calendar View and List View.

How to add a due date to a ClickUp task

You can add due dates from several places in ClickUp. The exact options depend on your plan and workspace settings.

Add a due date from the task view in ClickUp

1. Open the task where you want to add a date.
2. Locate the date field near the top of the task.
3. Click the date field to open the calendar picker.
4. Select a single date for the due date.
5. (Optional) Add a specific time if the task has a strict deadline.
6. Click outside the picker to save your selection.

The due date now appears on the task and in any views that show dates.

Add start and due dates in ClickUp

1. Open the task.
2. Click the date field to open the calendar.
3. Choose a start date on the calendar.
4. Drag or click to select the end date that will serve as the due date.
5. (Optional) Set specific start and end times if needed.

This creates a date range in ClickUp, which is especially helpful in Calendar and Gantt-style views to visualize the full duration of work.

How to edit due dates in ClickUp

Deadlines change, and ClickUp makes it easy to adjust due dates without losing track of your work.

Edit dates from the task view

1. Open the task whose date you want to change.
2. Click the existing date or date range.
3. Select a new date, or adjust the start and end dates as needed.
4. (Optional) Modify the time fields to update the deadline.

The updated date instantly appears across all relevant views and reports.

Edit dates in bulk in ClickUp

When you need to shift multiple deadlines at once, bulk edit is the fastest option.

1. Open a List, Board, or Table View showing the tasks you want to change.
2. Select multiple tasks using checkboxes or multi-select tools.
3. Open the bulk actions toolbar.
4. Choose the option to update dates.
5. Set a new due date or date range for all selected tasks.

Bulk editing saves time when rescheduling entire sprints, projects, or backlogs in ClickUp.

Using due dates with time zones in ClickUp

ClickUp respects each member’s personal time zone, so a 5:00 PM deadline appears correctly for people in different regions.

• Workspace time zone settings define the default behavior.
• Individual profile settings can override defaults for each person.
• Date and time displays adjust automatically to the viewer’s time zone.

This ensures everyone sees clear, accurate deadlines no matter where they work.

How due dates appear in ClickUp views

Due dates are visible in most work views, making it easier to plan, prioritize, and track tasks.

Calendar View in ClickUp

Calendar View shows tasks by their date or date range:

• Single due dates appear on one day.
• Date ranges span multiple days, showing how long a task will take.
• You can drag and drop tasks on the calendar to adjust dates quickly.

This provides a visual schedule for you and your team.

List and Board Views in ClickUp

List and Board Views display dates in columns or cards. From these views you can:

• Sort tasks by due date to see what is coming up first.
• Filter tasks to show overdue, upcoming, or undated work.
• Open the date field directly from a card to make quick edits.

These views make it easy to maintain daily and weekly priorities.

Managing permissions for due dates in ClickUp

Not everyone in your workspace needs to adjust deadlines. With the right permissions set, ClickUp lets admins control who can change task dates.

• Owners and admins can usually edit any task’s dates.
• Members may have full or limited access based on role settings.
• Guests typically have restricted abilities, depending on sharing options.

Review workspace permissions regularly to ensure only the right people can modify important dates.

Best practices for due dates in ClickUp

To make the most of your scheduling features, follow these recommendations:

• Use both start and due dates for multi-day tasks to improve planning.
• Add specific times for critical deadlines and meetings.
• Review overdue tasks daily in your preferred ClickUp view.
• Use filters to see only tasks that are due this week or next week.
• Keep dates realistic so your team can maintain a sustainable pace.

Consistent use of dates helps you avoid surprises and maintain transparent expectations across your projects.

Learn more about due dates in ClickUp

If you want deeper product details, including visuals and advanced options, see the official introduction to due dates in this ClickUp help article. It explains additional configuration choices and workspace-level behaviors.

For broader workflow strategy, automation ideas, and implementation support around ClickUp and other platforms, you can also explore consulting resources at Consultevo.

By applying these steps and practices, you can turn due dates in ClickUp into a reliable system that keeps every task, sprint, and project on track from start to finish.

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