To Add a Task Type Definition

To add a task type definition

1. If the TimeLiner window is not already open, click Home tab Tools panel TimeLiner.
2. Click the Configure tab, and click Add .
3. A new task type is added to the bottom of the list; it will be highlighted, enabling you to enter a new name for it.
   Note: You must add new tasks types before importing data from an external project schedule to enable the task types to be recognised during import.
4. Select one of the Appearance fields, and click it to open a drop-down menu and assign the desired object behavior.

   You can customize the following properties:

   • Start Appearance - how the items will look at the start of the task, for example Transparent Green.
   • End Appearance - how the items will look when the task is completed, for example Hidden.
   • Early Appearance - how the items will look if the task is started before the planned time, for example Transparent Yellow.
   • Late Appearance - how the items will look if the task is started after the planned time, for example Transparent Red.
   • Simulation Start Appearance - how the items should be displayed at the start of a simulation.
   Note: As a minimum, you need to define the Simulation Start Appearance; this assigns a unique start appearance to your task type. If you do not configure this field, the start appearance set in Default Simulation Start Appearance in the Appearance Definitions Dialog Box will be used instead.