The Board screen in KiteSuite offers comprehensive project management capabilities. It automatically populates with sprint items once the sprint is initiated from the backlog screen. Vital sprint details are displayed, including name, owner, total effort, and remaining days. The screen features default lists like "To do," "In progress," and "Done," with the option to add custom lists directly or via project settings. Users can rearrange list order, modify list names, and easily update item statuses via drag-and-drop. Advanced filtering options enhance task management efficiency, enabling users to focus on relevant tasks.

In this article we will learn how to effectively use KiteSuite board functionality to stay updated with project’s progress.

On the board screen, you gain access to the active sprint's status and details. Initially, when no sprint is started you will not see the board option available in the menu left menu list. The board screen offers an organized view of your active sprint's progress and related details, enhancing your project management experience. The board screen showcases the active sprint's specifics and provides an overview of all list names within the project. Let's delve into the board screen's features:

As we can see on the above screenshot, there is no sprint to start yet so we cannot see the board option available in the left-project-menu section. When you start a sprint it will automatically create a board and all the sprint’s items will start showing on the board.

At the outset, the board screen is empty due to the sprint not being started. To populate the board, you must first navigate back to the backlog screen and initiate the sprint. Once the sprint is active, its associated items will automatically populate the board. Adding more items later is possible by creating them within the active sprint from the backlog screen.

The top section of the board screen displays vital sprint information. This includes the sprint's name, the sprint owner's name, the total estimated effort for the sprint, the sprint's duration, and the remaining days until the sprint's completion. Should the sprint exceed its due date without completion, the remaining days will be highlighted in red text.

When viewing the board screen, you'll encounter three default lists: "To do," "In progress," and "Done." Within each list, the item count is indicated in parentheses, offering a quick overview of the number of items in that specific category. This layout provides a convenient visual representation of the progress and status of tasks within your project.

To expand your board's functionality, you have two options for adding new lists: directly from the board screen or through project settings.

Step 1: Click on the pulse icon.

Step 2: Provide a name for the new list, such as "Reopen."

Step 3: Press the enter key.

Congratulations! Your new list has been successfully created. You can continue to add multiple lists directly on the board screen, tailoring them to suit your project's unique requirements. This capability enhances your organization and customization options.

To seamlessly integrate a new list via project settings, follow these straightforward steps to navigate to the project setting screen:

Step1: Access the project setting screen by clicking on the Setting menu in the left sidebar.

Step 2: Following is the project setting screen:-

Step 1: From the project setting screen, Navigate to the "Manage list" option.

In the default setup, three lists are visible. While you can modify the names of these default lists, their statuses remain unchanged.

Step 2: Click on the "Add New list" button.

Step 3: Enter the desired list name. Confirm by clicking the "Save" button.

Step 4: Your newly added list will now appear below the default lists. These updated lists will be readily visible on the board screen.

Congratulations on successfully creating a new list! This feature provides enhanced customization options to suit your project's unique needs.

Flexibility in list arrangement allows you to customize their position. For instance, if you prefer the "To do" list to appear at the bottom, there are two approaches. This adjustment can be made both within the project setting screen and directly from the board screen.

Long press on the desired list. Drag and drop the list to your preferred location.

For example, let's consider moving the "To-do" list from its initial position to the last spot.

To seamlessly integrate a new list via project settings, follow these straightforward steps to navigate to the project setting screen:

Step1: Access the project setting screen by clicking on the Setting menu in the left sidebar.

Step 2: Following is the project setting screen:-

To rearrange the list order, go to the “Manage list” option from the left sidebar of the setting screen. You just need to long press on the list, drag and drop till there, where you want to show that list.

Once completed, these modifications will be reflected on the board screen as well. This functionality provides you with the capability to tailor the list arrangement to better align with your project's workflow and priorities.

Adjusting list names can be done through two accessible methods: from the board screen or the project setting screen.

Step 1: Click directly on the list name.

Step 2: An editable text box will appear, allowing you to input the new list name.

Step 3: Press the enter key to save your changes.

To seamlessly integrate a new list via project settings, follow these straightforward steps to navigate to the project setting screen:

Step1: Access the project setting screen by clicking on the Setting menu in the left sidebar.

Step 2: Following is the project setting screen:-

To rename the list:-

Step 1: Go to the “Manage list” option from the left sidebar of the setting screen.

Step 2: Hover over the list name.

Step 3: A pencil icon will emerge, indicating the edit option.

Step 4: Click the pencil icon to reveal an editable text box.

Step 5: Enter your desired list name.

Step 6: Press the enter key to confirm and save the updated name.

Rearranging Items Using Drag and Drop

Easily modify an item's status by employing a simple drag-and-drop action.

For instance, you can seamlessly transition an item's status from "In Progress" to "Done" by moving it to the corresponding list.

This user-friendly feature streamlines the process of updating and tracking the progress of your tasks.

Enhance your task management experience by utilizing the filtering options available. Tailor the item view to your preferences using filters such as Assignee, Epic, Label, Estimation, Issue Type, and Flag.

These filters function similarly to those found in the Backlog screen, allowing you to efficiently customize the display of items according to your specific needs. This capability empowers you to focus on relevant tasks and streamline your workflow.