How to add multi-select field in board view in Asana

Here is how to add multi-select field in board view in asana

First click on a project in the left sidebar under Projects section
Then click on the "Board" tab in the top navigation menu
Next click on the "Customize" button in the top-right corner of the screen
Click on the "Fields" option in the customize panel
Then click on the "Add" dropdown button in the Fields section
Select "Create new" option from the Add field dropdown menu
In the Add field modal, click on the field type dropdown
Select "Multi-select" option from the dropdown menu
Click on the field title input box and and type in the desired title
Next click into the "Type an option name" input field and type in the option you want to have for your multi-select field
Finally click on the "Create field" button to create the multi-select field

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Why should you add multi-select field in board view in Asana

Asana is a premier platform for managing projects and enhancing team collaboration.

The multi-select field feature in Asana's board view invites users to tag tasks with multiple attributes, making task management intuitive and streamlined.

Leveraging this feature allows teams to categorize tasks across various parameters simultaneously, reducing the need for an overwhelming number of single-purpose fields.

Ultimately, it enhances flexibility and clarity in project tracking, fostering efficient workflow management.

Last update

June 23, 2026

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