How to Add Priority in Asana
- George Apostolov
How to Add Priority in Asana: step-by-step guide
Go to the project where you want to add priority.
Click on the '+' icon to add a field.
Select the 'Choose from library' option.
Click the 'Create new' option
Set a name for your field.
Under the field type, choose 'Single-select or Multiple-select'.
Add options such as 'High', 'Medium', and 'Low'.
Click 'Create field' to save the custom field.
Your field has been added in your project.
In the project view, each task will now have a "Priority" dropdown where you can select the appropriate priority level.
You can also edit the options and add more.
Quick answer: To add priority in Asana, navigate to your project, click the '+' icon to add a field, select 'Choose from library', and choose 'Create new'. Name your field, set the type to 'Single-select or Multiple-select', add options like 'High', 'Medium', and 'Low', and click 'Create field'.
About this Asana tutorial
Set up custom priority levels in Asana by creating a new single or multi-select field with custom options for your project tasks. This guide shows how to add Priority in Asana in 11 steps, starting with "Go to the project where you want to add priority" and finishing with "You can also edit the options and add more". 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 Priority in Asana?
11 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 Subtask in Asana, How to Attach a File in Asana and How to Backup Asana. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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