Make the sequence clear
Give each task a start and finish. Mark the handoffs that matter so the team knows what must be ready before the next stage begins.
BOARDMIX · PROJECT PLANNING
Gantt Chart Maker for a clearer project plan
Turn a list of tasks into a timeline your team can follow. Plan dates, see where work overlaps, and discuss the next handoff together on one shared whiteboard.
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A PLAN PEOPLE CAN READ
See what happens when—and what comes next
A Gantt chart places tasks against a timeline. The length of each bar shows its duration; overlapping bars reveal work that can happen at the same time. In Boardmix, the plan lives beside the notes, decisions, and reference material behind it.
Put milestones in context
Place approvals and delivery dates beside the work that leads to them. A milestone marks a decision or result, not another long task.
Review changes together
Walk through the schedule with your team, add comments where questions arise, and keep agreed changes on the same board.
FROM TASK LIST TO TIMELINE
A Gantt chart example: a five-week website launch
Follow one project from scope to release. Each week contains five working days. The task bars show the sequence; the table explains who owns the work and what must be ready at each handoff.
Website launch · five-week plan
Workstream
Week 1Week 2Week 3Week 4Week 5
Scope · Maya
Research · Eli
Design · Jo
Build · Sam
Content · Inez
QA · Rae
Launch · Maya
The main sequence is scope → research → design → build → QA → launch. Content runs in parallel once the page scope is agreed. The diamond marks launch as a milestone.
| Task / owner | Start → finish | Ready to begin when… | Handoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope · Maya | W1 D1 → W1 D2 | Stakeholders agree on the launch purpose. | Approved pages and acceptance criteria. |
| Research · Eli | W1 D3 → W2 D2 | The scope is agreed. | Priority user tasks and content gaps. |
| Design · Jo | W2 D3 → W3 D2 | Research findings are available. | Reviewed layouts and interaction notes. |
| Build · Sam | W3 D3 → W4 D5 | The design handoff is ready. | A release candidate for testing. |
| Content · Inez | W2 D1 → W4 D5 | The page scope is stable. | Approved copy and assets, ready for QA. |
| QA · Rae | W5 D1 → W5 D3 | Build and content are ready. | Test results and unresolved issues. |
| Launch · Maya | W5 D5 · milestone | Release criteria are met and issues are resolved. | The website is released. |
What can happen in parallel?
Content starts while research is still running because the page scope is already agreed. The content owner incorporates research findings before the final handoff.
What if design finishes late?
Review the build start, QA window, and launch date with their owners. Move the affected bars and record the decision; drawing a dependency does not itself reschedule the work.
BUILD YOUR FIRST PLAN
How to make a Gantt chart online
Define the work
Start with the outcome and split it into tasks that someone can own. Write the deliverable for each row before assigning dates.
Place tasks on a timeline
Choose days, weeks, or months to suit the project. Add task bars, start and finish dates, and the milestones the team needs to see.
Review and keep it current
Invite teammates to check timing and handoffs. When a date changes, review the affected work and update the plan together.
MORE THAN A TIMELINE
Give your project plan room to breathe
A schedule rarely tells the whole story. Keep the brief, supporting files, open questions, and decisions next to your Gantt chart, so people can understand why the plan looks the way it does.
- Co-edit the planning board with teammates.
- Use comments to discuss a task without losing its context.
- Share the board link for review and return to the same plan.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT STARTING POINT
Gantt chart templates for real project work
Preview a community board, then adapt its sample schedule to your own dates, responsibilities, and review points.
Project scheduling plan
Start with task rows and a date-based timeline, then add your own milestones.
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Event planning
Work back from the event date to coordinate invitations, promotion, logistics, and preparation.
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Software development
Use the development phases as a starting point, then define handoffs, review dates, and release criteria.
Preview community template →CHOOSE THE RIGHT STARTING POINT
Start with the planning format your project needs
Use a Gantt chart for task timing and overlaps, a schedule for dates and responsibilities, or a timeline for the big picture. You can keep them together on the same canvas.
Project schedule
Organize the work, dates, and responsibilities before you refine the timeline.
Explore schedule templates →Project timeline
Show key phases and milestones when the audience needs an overview.
Explore timeline templates →Team planning workspace
Bring the schedule together with ideas, diagrams, and feedback.
Explore visual collaboration →Gantt chart maker: common questions
What is a Gantt chart used for?
A Gantt chart shows when project tasks start and finish. Use it to discuss durations, overlapping work, milestones, and the order in which work needs to happen. It is especially useful when several people need to agree on one schedule.
How is a Gantt chart different from a timeline?
A timeline usually highlights major events or phases. A Gantt chart gives each task its own row and bar, making duration and overlap easier to compare. Choose the amount of detail your audience needs.
Can my team work on a Gantt chart together?
Yes. Boardmix is a collaborative online whiteboard. Invite teammates to the board, work on the plan together, and use comments to discuss changes in context.
Can I use AI to help create a Gantt chart?
Boardmix includes AI-assisted Gantt chart creation. Give it the project goal, work to include, and timeframe, then review the draft with your team. Confirm the tasks and dates before treating the result as your project plan.
Can I start using Boardmix for free?
Boardmix offers a free plan. Create an account to try the workspace, and check the pricing page for current plan limits and paid features.
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