How to Add Custom Fields in Asana
- George Apostolov
How to Add Custom Fields in Asana: step-by-step guide
Open the project where you want to add custom fields.
Under the 'Add' section, click 'Fields'.
Enter a name for your custom field.
Click the 'Add a description' if you wish to add what is your field all about.
Choose the type of field you need (Multiple-select, Text, Number, or Dropdown.)
Type the option you want to add for your field.
Set a colour.
Check the box of the field to your organization's field library to make it reusable across your organization.
Check the box to have the collaborators notified.
Click 'Create field' to proceed.
That's it! You can now view your added field.
By adding custom fields, you can better organize your projects and capture the specific information needed for your team’s workflow, enhancing your overall productivity in Asana.
Quick answer: To add custom fields in Asana, open your project, click Fields under the Add section, enter a name, choose the field type, set options and colors, optionally add a description or save to your organization's library, and click Create field.
About this Asana tutorial
Organize projects and capture specific team workflow information in Asana by creating custom fields with names, types, and options. This guide shows how to add Custom Fields in Asana in 12 steps, starting with "Open the project where you want to add custom fields" and finishing with "By adding custom fields, you can better organize your projects and capture the specific...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Asana interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Custom Fields in Asana?
12 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Asana data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Asana. Related guides: How to Add Dependencies in Asana, How to Add Multiple Assignees in Asana and How to Add Priority in Asana. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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