This document outlines the functionality and characteristics of the ClickUp Task Writer node, which enables automated task creation in ClickUp workspaces.

Node Inputs

Required Fields

  • Task Name: Title of the task
  • Team: Your ClickUp workspace
  • Space: Team space
  • Folder: Contains lists
  • List: Where task will be created

Optional Fields

  • Task Description: Detailed task information
  • Assignees: Team members to assign
  • Status: Task status (e.g., Complete, In Progress)
  • Priority: Task urgency level

Node Output

  • Task URL: Link to the created task

Node Functionality

The ClickUp Task Writer node creates new tasks in specified ClickUp lists.

Key features include:

  • Hierarchical task placement
  • Multiple task fields
  • Team assignment
  • Status management
  • Priority settings
  • Loop mode to write multiple tasks
  • Secure authentication with Gumloop

When To Use

The ClickUp Task Writer node is valuable for task creation automation. Common use cases include:

  • Project Management: Create tasks for new projects
  • Ticket Creation: Convert external requests to tasks
  • Process Automation: Generate tasks from triggers
  • Task Assignment: Create and assign tasks automatically

Some specific examples:

  • Creating tasks from form submissions
  • Converting email requests into assigned tasks
  • Generating scheduled project tasks
  • Creating templated task sequences

Important Considerations:

  1. Requires Authentication with ClickUp - Set up in the Credentials page
  2. Task name is required
  3. Assignees must be team members
  4. Use the configure inputs option to dynamically expose Team, Space, Folder, List & Status fields as inputs

In summary, the ClickUp Task Writer node streamlines task creation in ClickUp, supporting detailed task configuration and automatic assignment for efficient project management.