Free plan workspaces are limited to 5 active projects. If you’ve reached the limit, archive an existing project or upgrade to Pro before creating a new one.
Click New Project
In the left sidebar, click the + New Project button near the top of the project list. Alternatively, open the command palette with Cmd+K and type Create project.A modal dialog opens with the project creation form.
Name your project
Type a name for your project in the Project name field. Choose something specific and descriptive — you’ll be searching for this name later.Optionally, add a short description in the Description field. This appears in project cards and search results, so a sentence or two helps teammates understand what the project is for at a glance.
Choose a template
Select a starting template for the project’s task structure:
| Template | Best for |
|---|---|
| Blank | Starting from scratch with a custom workflow |
| Kanban | Visual board with To Do, In Progress, and Done columns |
| List | A flat, priority-ordered task list |
Set visibility
Choose who can see and access the project:
- Private — Only you and members you explicitly invite can access the project.
- Team — All members of your workspace can view the project; only invited members can edit.
- Public — Anyone with the link can view the project, even without a fsckmsft account.
Invite members
Add collaborators by typing their name or email address into the Invite members field. Select a role for each person:
- Editor — Can create, update, and delete tasks and documents.
- Commenter — Can view everything and leave comments, but cannot make changes.
- Viewer — Read-only access.
What to Do Next
Once your project is created, consider these next steps:Add your first task
Press Cmd+N in the project view to create a new task without touching the mouse.
Customize statuses
Open Project Settings → Statuses to rename columns or add new workflow stages.
Set up automation
Go to the Automation tab to create rules that move tasks, send notifications, or trigger actions automatically.
Invite your team
Open the Members tab to add collaborators and assign roles at any time after creation.