A project without deadlines tends to drag on forever. Trello lets you add a due date to every card to keep up the pace.

How it works

• Open a card, click “Dates” and pick a due date (and a time if you need one).
• The date appears directly on the card, visible without opening it.
• As the deadline nears, the badge turns orange, then red once the date has passed.
• Once the task is finished, tick the date to mark it complete.

You can also set a start date to visualise how long a task runs, and switch on a reminder that notifies you before the deadline.

Key takeaway: a visible deadline creates healthy pressure and stops things slipping through the cracks.