How to Create a Workflow in Asana
- George Apostolov
How to Create a Workflow in Asana: step-by-step guide
Go to the 'Create' menu, click on it and select 'Project'.
Click 'Blank Project'.
Name your project, choose a default view and select 'Create project'.
Click 'Share' to invite team members to your project.
Invite them via email.
Share the link through social media platforms.
Click 'Add a task' in the first column to create tasks and projects for this step.
Click on the first column’s title to name it.
Click 'Add section' to create a new column. This way, you can add new columns for every workflow stage.
Click on a card to assign it to a team member.
Click on a card to set a due date and you’ve successfully created a basic Asana workflow from scratch.
Quick answer: To build a workflow in Asana, go to the Create menu to make a blank project, name it, and choose a view. Next, share the project via email or link, add tasks and name columns, create new sections for workflow stages, and assign cards with due dates.
About this Asana tutorial
Build a custom workflow from scratch in Asana by setting up projects, inviting team members, organizing columns, and assigning tasks. This guide shows how to create a Workflow in Asana in 11 steps, starting with "Go to the 'Create' menu, click on it and select 'Project'" and finishing with "Click on a card to set a due date and you’ve successfully created a basic Asana workflo...". 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 create a Workflow 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 Create an Intake Form in Asana, How to Create Coda Dashboards for Asana Projects and How to Deactivate Asana Account. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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