How to Change the Label Names in Microsoft Planner
- George Apostolov
How to Change the Label Names in Microsoft Planner: step-by-step guide
Inside your plan, select a task with the label you want to edit.
After that, tap the label and then enter the new label name into the provided input field.
Click anywhere around the task card to save the recent changes.
After completing these steps, the label name will be edited based on your input.
Quick answer: To update label names in Microsoft Planner, first select a task with the label you want to edit. Next, tap the label, enter the new name into the input field, and click anywhere around the task card to save your changes.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Rename labels in Microsoft Planner by selecting a task, editing the label text in the input field, and clicking outside the task card to save. This guide shows how to change the Label Names in Microsoft Planner in 4 steps, starting with "Inside your plan, select a task with the label you want to edit" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the label name will be edited based on your input". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Microsoft interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to change the Label Names in Microsoft Planner?
4 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 Microsoft data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Microsoft. Related guides: How to Change the Legend Text of Microsoft Excel Charts, How to Change the Microsoft Planner Background and How to Change the Y-Axis Values in Microsoft Excel Charts. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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