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How to Create a Gantt Chart in Microsoft Planner

Updated on:
May 13, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to build a Gantt-style chart directly inside Microsoft Planner.

Quick summary

Microsoft Planner does not have a native Gantt chart view, but you can replicate one using the built-in Bucket chart after organizing your tasks with timelines, assignments, and progress-based buckets. This step-by-step walkthrough shows exactly how to set up and view a Gantt-style chart in Microsoft Planner using existing plan data.


Steps

  1. Go to the left-side panel and click My Plans.
  2. Find and select the plan you want to use for your Gantt chart.
  3. Click the task cards one by one to open each task.
  4. Make sure each task has the correct timeline, assignments, and task details filled in to support the Gantt chart layout.
  5. Group the task cards by dragging them into their respective buckets based on progress status.
  6. Click the View Charts option from the top navigation.
  7. Select the Bucket chart — this is the closest available view to a traditional Gantt chart in Microsoft Planner.

📌 Why this matters

Microsoft Planner does not include a dedicated Gantt chart feature, which makes project timeline visualization a common pain point for Microsoft 365 users. By using the Bucket chart view alongside properly structured tasks, deadlines, and assignments, teams can create a Gantt-style project overview without leaving their existing workflow. This approach helps project managers track task progress, visualize workload distribution, and keep projects on schedule entirely within Microsoft Planner. It is an ideal solution for organizations already using Microsoft 365 who need lightweight project tracking without investing in additional tools.
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