Microsoft Project 2021 From Beginners to Advanced - Link Tasks and Add Dependencies

The video tutorial covers the importance of task dependencies in project planning, focusing on the common finish-to-start link type. It explains how to create and manage task links using various methods, including the task form for additional information. The tutorial also discusses different link types like finish-to-finish and start-to-start, and how to change link types in a project schedule.

What is the most common type of task link in project management?

• Start to Start

• Start to Finish

• Finish to Start

• Finish to Finish

Which button helps you quickly navigate to the relevant part of the schedule for a selected task?

• Task Locator

• Navigate to Task

• Jump to Task

• Scroll to Task

What is the keyboard shortcut for linking tasks in the task ribbon?

• Control + L

• Control + K

• Control + T

• Control + F2

What additional information can be viewed in the task form?

• Task budget and cost

• Task priority and resources

• Task start and end dates

• Task duration and percentage complete

Which link type is described as having the finish of one task control the finish of another?

• Finish to Start

• Finish to Finish

• Start to Start

• Start to Finish

Why might 'start to start' links be problematic?

• They can delay the start of successor tasks

• They can cause tasks to overlap

• They can result in a predecessor finishing after the successor

• They can lead to resource conflicts

What should you consult to better understand when to use different link types?

• Project Management Guide

• Help Files

• Task Dependency Manual

• Link Type Handbook