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What is a local device?
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A local device is the computer or mobile device where the file is stored, rather than a cloud location such as OneDrive.

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.
What is the most efficient constraint type?
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All constraint types have their own role but only the inflexible constraint override any task dependencies and restrict a task to a date you choose. Constraint effects depend on constraint type and schedule inputs; use the least restrictive option that matches the real requirement, usually being "As Soon As Possible". Note that a deadline is a target warning, not a date-forcing constraint.

I am not able to change the constraint type of a manual task.
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The Constraints Type and the Constraint Date boxes are grayed out for Manual Tasks. Manual Tasks have the main purpose to not have its Start, Finish dates and Duration modified by the Project Plan 365. For this reason, manual tasks should not have any kind of constraints.If you want the app to calculate dates from scheduling inputs, switch the task to automatically scheduled and review the result.

When should I use Percent Complete instead of Percent Work Complete?
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Use Percent Complete when progress is best represented by elapsed task duration. Use Percent Work Complete when the measure is completed work against planned work, such as reported hours. The two percentages can differ.
How do I compare planned dates with progress to date?
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Save a baseline before tracking begins, record progress using fields supported by the app, and compare the current schedule with the baseline in Tracking Gantt or the Variance table. A baseline is the planned reference; it is not a substitute for entering actual progress.
What happens to a task’s dates when I switch it to Auto Scheduled?
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Project Plan 365 recalculates an automatically scheduled task from recognizable scheduling information and the plan’s settings. Review the resulting dates, duration, and dependencies after changing the mode, especially when the task previously contained blank or text values.
Why do some of my tasks have the finish and start dates blank?
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Check the Task Mode field first. Manual tasks can retain blank or descriptive date values. If you want Project Plan 365 to calculate the dates, switch the task to Auto Scheduled and review the calculated result.

Do you support the roadmap functionality?
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The Roadmap app and functionality has officially retired in August 2025.

How do I check the version of Microsoft Project that I use?
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In case of Microsoft Project 2024, 2021, 2019, 2016 and 2013, this value is located in the Account menu from the File backstage. In case of Microsoft Project 2010, this value is located in the Help menu from the File backstage.

What are the MS Project supported versions by Project Plan 365?
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The following Microsoft Project file formats are supported by Project Plan 365: Microsoft Project files 2010, Microsoft Project files 2013, Microsoft Project files 2016, Microsoft Project files 2019, Microsoft Project files 2021 and Microsoft Project files 2024. In this way, you don't need to have Microsoft Project installed on your device so that you can access MS Project information.

How do I change baseline date?
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To change the Baseline dates, using the Gantt Chart view, go to menu Project - Table and select Variance table. Then, you can change the Baseline Start and Finish dates.

Note: Manually editing baseline fields changes the comparison data. Make sure to preserve an original baseline copy if you need an audit trail.

How can I see the Baseline information?
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To see the Baseline Information, on the File menu – Info tab – Project Statistics. Use Project Statistics for project-level totals. For task-level planned dates and values, apply the Variance or Baseline table; use Tracking Gantt to compare baseline and current bars.

What information does a baseline store?
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A baseline stores a snapshot of planned project values for comparison with later schedule and progress data. It can include task, resource, and assignment values such as start, finish, duration, work, and cost, including time phased values where available. The fields that apply depend on whether the row represents a task, resource, or assignment

When should I set a baseline?
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Set it after the schedule has been reviewed and approved, before using it to assess progress. If approved scope changes later, use a separate baseline slot or baseline only the changed tasks rather than overwriting the original comparison without documenting why.
Can I choose which project information to print on Mac?
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Yes. Before printing, select the appropriate view and adjust the displayed information. You can hide columns, collapse subtasks, or filter the project to show only the information you want to include.
Can I save a project view as PDF on Mac?
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Yes. Open the Print dialog and use the PDF menu to save the selected project view as a PDF file.A PDF provides a printable copy of the view. Keep the MPP file to continue working with the project schedule.
How do I print a project view on Mac?
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Select the view you want to print, then go to File → Print → Print. Choose your printer and the required print settings, review the preview, and click Print.
Where can I learn more about Microsoft Project compatibility on Mac?
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Visit the Microsoft Project for Mac page and follow the feature comparison link to review the supported features.
Can colleagues using Microsoft Project on Windows open an MPP file saved on Mac?
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Yes. MPP files saved with Project Plan 365 are compatible with Microsoft Project 2010 and newer versions. Save your project in MPP format and share the file with your colleagues.
Can I save an MPP file to iCloud Drive on Mac?
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Yes. Go to File → Save As → Other locations → iCloud Drive, choose the destination, enter a filename, and click Save.
How do I save a separate copy of an MPP file on Mac?
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Use File → Save As and choose a different filename or destination. This lets you keep the original file and save a separate copy.
How do I save an MPP file on my Mac?
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Go to File → Save As, expand Other locations, and select Computer. Choose the destination folder, enter a filename, and click Save.Use File → Save to save subsequent changes.
Can I create and edit MPP files on Mac?
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Yes. Project Plan 365 for Mac allows you to create new project schedules and update existing MPP files.You can work with tasks, dates, durations, dependencies, resources, and progress information, then save the updated project in MPP format.To start a new project, go to File → New → Blank Project.
Can I adjust how my project is displayed on Mac?
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Yes. You can change the displayed columns, adjust the timescale, and use filters or sorting to focus on the information you need.For example, you can review a detailed task schedule or display a broader overview before printing or sharing it.
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