# Salesforce - How to Add Field to Task Object in Salesforce

> To add a field to the Task object in Salesforce, navigate to Setup, open the Object Manager, and select Activity. Access Fields and Relationships, click New, choose a data type, enter a description and label, set the maximum length, and click Next through the remaining prompts before saving.

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Apps: Salesforce
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. Go to Setup > Object Manager .
2. Look for the Activity label and click on it.
3. Click on the Fields & Relationships tab.
4. Click on New.
5. Choose the appropriate data type for your field (e.g., Text, Number, Date, etc.).
6. Add text Click here to add a description
7. Enter a clear and descriptive label for users to understand the field's purpose.
8. After providing maximum length of the field, hit Next.
9. Hit Next.
10. Finally, hit Save.