# How do I update the status of a task when it is in progress or completed?

> Learn how to update a task's status to in progress or completed in Orangescrum for efficient project tracking.

> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://helpdesk.orangescrum.com/llms.txt).

Source: https://helpdesk.orangescrum.com/how-do-i-update-the-status-of-a-task-when-it-is-in-progress-or-completed

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The steps for updating the status of a task when it is in progress or completed is mentioned below:

1\. Login to Orangescrum, Click on the task from the left menu.

2\. Click on the task list page and select a task.

![task's status](https://helpdesk.orangescrum.com/images/help/2023/10/1-26.png)

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3\. On the task details page you can change the status of the task.

![task's status](https://helpdesk.orangescrum.com/images/help/2023/10/2-21.png)

**(Image-2)**