🧭 Filtering and Sorting in the Process Board
This article explains how to efficiently filter and sort process activities in the process board – both temporarily for your current session and permanently via the settings. This helps you quickly find relevant information, stay on top of things, and optimize your workflow.
🔍 Content
Filtering process activities
Sorting process activities
Setting a permanent sort order in the process board
Adjusting display settings
Tips & Best Practices
FAQ
🛠️ Filtering process activities
Using the quick filter in the board (temporary only):
-
In the process board, click the quick filter icon in the top right.
-
Select your desired filter criteria:
-
Responsible person
-
Status (Red, Yellow, Green)
-
End date
-
Category
-
-
Multiple selections are possible.
Important:
These filters apply only to the current session. They are reset after reloading the page or logging out.
🗂️ Sorting process activities
Quick sorting in the board (temporary only):
-
Next to the filter icon, click the sort icon.
-
Choose the sort criterion:
-
Title
-
End date
-
Responsible person
-
Status
-
-
Set the order:
-
Ascending or descending
-
Note:
Quick sorting is also only active temporarily and will reset when the page is refreshed.
🛠️ Setting a permanent sort order in the process board
If you want to set the sort order permanently, follow these steps:
-
In the board title, click the small arrow and select “Settings”.
📸 Screenshot: “Settings” menu in the board highlighted. -
In the “General” tab, find the “Default sorting logic” section.
📸 Screenshot: “Default sorting logic” section in settings highlighted. -
Set a sorting order using up to three criteria (e.g., 1. Priority, 2. End date, 3. Status).
-
Save your changes – these will then apply permanently for all users of this process board.
🖥️ Adjusting display settings
Collapse process activities: In compact view, you only see the activity status via color codes:
-
🔴 Red: Critical status
-
🟡 Yellow: Attention required
-
🟢 Green: On track
Expand process activities: Click an activity to view details such as:
-
Activity end date
-
Current phase end date
-
Responsible person
-
Form ID
-
Title
-
Overview of open and completed items
✨ Tips & Best Practices
-
📚 Combine filters and sorting intentionally to optimize your working view.
-
🔄 Use permanent sorting for a standardized team view; quick filters for fast, individual analysis.
-
🎯 Pay close attention to the color codes for quick status assessments.
❓ FAQ
Can I apply multiple filters at the same time?
✅ Yes, multiple criteria can be combined.
Are my filter settings saved?
❌ Quick filters and quick sorting apply only to the current session.
✅ Permanent sorting can be set in the process board settings.
Why don’t I see any activities even though I’ve set filters?
➡️ There may be no process activities matching the selected criteria. Check your filter settings.