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What should I review before using a template for a new project?
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Review and adjust its tasks, durations, dependencies, dates, calendars, resources, and constraints so they match the new project’s scope and working conditions.
Do you support the roadmap functionality?
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The Roadmap app and functionality has officially retired in August 2025.

What should I do if a download link expires?
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Download links are temporary. Request a new link while the project is still available in the active session.If the project is no longer available, upload your saved MPP file again to continue working.
How do I download the updated project?
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After the changes have been applied, ask: “Download the updated project as an MPP file.”Click the returned link and save the file to your device.
Does editing a project update the original file on my device?
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No. Changes are applied to the project’s working copy in the plugin. To keep the updated version on your device, download the updated MPP file.
What happens if I do not approve the proposed changes?
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The proposed changes are not saved to the working project. You can decline them or request a revised preview.
Can I review changes before they are applied?
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Yes. The plugin previews proposed changes before saving them. Review the preview and explicitly approve it if you want the changes applied.
How do I assign a resource to a task using the Project Plan 365 ChatGPT Plugin?
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Specify the resource and the task. For example: “Assign Anna to task ID 6 and show me the proposed change.”If the resource does not already exist in the project, state whether it should be created.
How do I update task progress using the Project Plan 365 ChatGPT Plugin?
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Identify the task and specify its completion percentage. For example: “Set task ID 8 to 50% complete and show me the proposed change.”
How do I add a new task using the Project Plan 365 ChatGPT Plugin?
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Provide the task name and its relevant details. For example: “Add a task named ‘Review Website Content’ with a duration of 2 working days.”Include its phase, dependencies, or resource assignments if these are required.
How do I change a task duration using the Project Plan 365 ChatGPT Plugin?
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Identify the task and specify the new duration. For example: “Change the duration of task ID 5 to 4 working days and show me the proposed changes.”
How do I change a task name using the Project Plan 365 ChatGPT Plugin?
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Identify the task and provide its new name. For example: “Rename task ID 5 to ‘Review Website Design’ and show me the proposed change.”
What changes can I request?
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You can request supported changes such as adding or updating tasks, changing task dates or durations, updating progress, and assigning resources.Identify the task or resource clearly and provide the new value or instruction.
How do I edit an MPP project using the Project Plan 365 ChatGPT Plugin?
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To edit a project, follow the steps below:
  1. Open an existing MPP file or use a project created in the conversation.
  2. Describe the change you want to make.
  3. Review the preview of the proposed changes.
  4. Approve the changes or ask for adjustments.
  5. After the changes are applied, download the updated MPP file or open the updated project in Project Plan 365 Web
Does analyzing a project change its contents?
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No. Opening a project, requesting a summary, or asking questions does not apply changes to the schedule.To modify the project, request a change, review the preview, and approve it.
Can I analyze an MPP file created in Microsoft Project?
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Yes. Upload the Microsoft Project file in MPP format and ask the plugin to open and analyze it.
How do I ask the plugin to identify late tasks?
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Specify the reference date and the criteria you want to use.For example: “Using October 8, 2026 as the reference date, list unfinished tasks whose scheduled finish dates are before that date.”
How do I ask about critical tasks or milestones?
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Use a request such as: “List the critical tasks in this project.” Or: “Show the project milestones and their finish dates.”
How do I ask about tasks assigned to a resource?
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Identify the resource in your request. For example: “Show the tasks assigned to Anna, including their start dates, finish dates, and progress.”
What information can the plugin provide about a project?
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The plugin can help you review information contained in the project, including:
  • Project start and finish dates.
  • Tasks, phases, and milestones.
  • Task dates, durations, and progress.
  • Dependencies.
  • Resources and assignments.
  • Costs.
  • Critical paths.
The available information depends on the data contained in the project file.
How do I analyze an MPP project using the plugin?
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Open the MPP file in the conversation, then ask a question about its contents.For example: “Analyze this project and summarize its main phases, milestones, progress, and critical tasks.”You can ask follow-up questions about specific tasks, resources, or scheduling details.
How do I open an existing MPP file using the Project Plan 365 ChatGPT Plugin?
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To open an existing project, follow the steps below:
  1. Start a ChatGPT conversation using the Project Plan 365 plugin.
  2. Use the attachment option to upload your MPP file.
  3. Enter a request such as: “Open this MPP file and provide a project summary.”
  4. Review the returned project information.
Note: Before uploading a file, make sure you have permission to share the information it contains.
Can I make changes after creating a project?
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Yes. Request the changes in the conversation. The plugin will preview the proposed changes and apply them after you approve them.
How do I download a project created by the plugin in MPP format?
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After creating the project, the plugin provides an option to download it as an MPP file. Click the download link and save the file to your device.You can also request a download link at any time while the project is available in the conversation by asking: “Download this project as an MPP file.”
How do I open a project created by the plugin in Project Plan 365 Web?
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After the project has been created, ask: “Open this project in Project Plan 365 Web.”The plugin will provide a link. Click the link to open the project online.
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