How to Add Time Estimate in Clickup
- George Apostolov
How to Add Time Estimate in Clickup: step-by-step guide
Go to the 'Space' where the task is located.
In the upper-right corner of the view, click 'Customize'.
From the 'Customize Board' modal, select 'Fields'.
Under the 'Hidden' section, click the 'Time estimate' to enable.
The 'Time estimate' field will now display on task cards in the 'List' view and click on it.
A popup window will appear where you can enter the estimated time.
You can input the time in various formats. By following these steps, you can effectively add and manage time estimates in ClickUp, helping you and your team stay on track with your projects.
Quick answer: To add time estimate in ClickUp, navigate to your Space, click Customize in the upper-right corner, and select Fields. Enable Time estimate under the Hidden section. Finally, click the field on a task card in the List view to enter your estimated time in various formats.
About this ClickUp tutorial
Manage project timelines effectively by enabling and setting time estimates directly on your task cards in ClickUp. This guide shows how to add Time Estimate in Clickup in 7 steps, starting with "Go to the 'Space' where the task is located" and finishing with "You can input the time in various formats. By following these steps, you can effectivel...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real ClickUp 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 Time Estimate in Clickup?
7 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 ClickUp data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under ClickUp. Related guides: How to Add Watcher in ClickUp, How to Assign Task in Clickup and How to Automate ClickUp Documentation in Notion Through Zapier. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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