How to Merge Tasks in Asana
- George Apostolov
How to Merge Tasks in Asana: step-by-step guide
Go to 'Projects' and select your desired project.
Select the task you want to merge and open it.
Click the ellipsis icon to open the task settings menu.
Click Merge from the dropdown menu.
Select the other task you would like to merge your current task into.
Once the merge has been completed, the word 'Duplicate' will appear beside the merge task.
You have now merged the two tasks into one while retaining all the relevant information.
Quick answer: To merge tasks in Asana, go to Projects, open the desired task, and click the ellipsis icon to open the task settings menu. Select Merge from the dropdown menu, choose the other task to merge into, and verify completion when the word Duplicate appears beside the merged task.
About this Asana tutorial
Combine duplicate work items into a single record in Asana while retaining all relevant details by following these quick steps. This guide shows how to merge Tasks in Asana in 7 steps, starting with "Go to 'Projects' and select your desired project" and finishing with "You have now merged the two tasks into one while retaining all the relevant information". 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 merge Tasks in Asana?
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 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 Move a Subtask in Asana, How to Move a Task in Asana and How to Organize Project in Asana. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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