> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://documentation.taskmaverick.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://documentation.taskmaverick.com/missions/what-are-missions/task.md).

# Task

A Task is the simplest Mission type — a short instruction with no questions or forms. Think of it as a direct command: do this, at this time, this way.

**Examples:** "Brew Coffee", "Sweep the Floor", "Replenish Water", "Check Food Freshness".

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## When to use Tasks

Use a Task when the instruction is straightforward, and employees don't need to submit answers or evidence — just do the work and mark it done.

**Manage daily routines**\
Give employees clear, repeating instructions so they always know what to do and when. A Task tells them *what* needs to be done, *how* to do it, and *when*.

**Build consistent habits**\
Repeating the same instructions on a schedule helps employees improve their speed and quality over time.

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Keep it short. The description should fit in 180 characters — one clear sentence.
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## How to create a Task

Go to **Missions → In Library → Create Mission** 

<table><thead><tr><th width="163">Field</th><th width="161">Required</th><th>Description</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Title</td><td>Yes</td><td>What employees see (max 36 characters)</td></tr><tr><td>Guide</td><td>No</td><td>How to do the task (max 180 characters)</td></tr><tr><td>Categories / Tags</td><td>Yes</td><td>For organizing your library. Default category and tag applied.</td></tr><tr><td>Alert</td><td>No</td><td>Warning shown before starting (e.g. "Wear gloves")</td></tr></tbody></table>

Then configure [Mission Settings](/missions/how-to-guides/configure-mission-settings.md). Tasks don't have a Builder or Editions step.

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## Good to know

* Tasks are **one-way** — the employee doesn't submit responses, just completes the action
* To make a Task appear on mobile, you must [schedule ](/missions/how-to-guides/schedule-a-mission.md)it


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