Managing Tasks
Create, switch, and organize tasks in Verdent
Tasks in Verdent are conversation threads within a workspace. This guide covers creating, switching, and organizing tasks for efficient multi-task workflows.
What You'll Learn
- How to create new tasks
- Switching between tasks
- Organizing and naming tasks
- Task context and state management
- Best practices for task workflows
Understanding Tasks
What Is a Task?
A task is a conversation thread within a workspace. Each task:
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Conversation | Has its own message history |
| Context | Maintains its own AI context |
| Agent | Has its own agent with custom configuration (model) |
| Workspace | Belongs to a specific workspace |
| File Access | Shares file state with other tasks in the same workspace |
Task Hierarchy
flowchart TD
P[Project] --> W[Workspace]
W --> T1[Task 1: Plan feature]
W --> T2[Task 2: Implement feature]
W --> T3[Task 3: Review feature]Creating New Tasks
Using the New Task Button
Open Workspace
Ensure you're in the workspace where you want the task
Click New Task
Click New Task or press Cmd+N / Ctrl+N
Start Conversation
Type your first message to begin the task
Automatic Task Creation
A new task is automatically created when you:
- Submit a prompt in an empty workspace
- Click New Task in the interface
What Happens When You Create a Task
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| Task Created | New conversation initialized |
| Context Set | Fresh AI context starts |
| Listed | Task appears in task list |
| Ready | You can begin interacting |
Switching Between Tasks
Using the Task List
The task list in the Left Panel shows all tasks in the current workspace:
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Task list | All tasks in current workspace |
| Current task | Highlighted |
| Task preview | First message or task name |
Switching Methods
| Method | How To |
|---|---|
| Click in task list | Click the task you want |
| New Task shortcut | Cmd+N / Ctrl+N creates and switches |
State Preservation When Switching
When you switch tasks:
- Full conversation history
- AI context for the task
- Model configuration
- Where you left off
Tasks in the same workspace share file state. If you need file isolation, use separate workspaces.
Organizing Tasks
Task Organization Tips
| Practice | Benefit |
|---|---|
| One topic per task | Clear, focused conversations |
| Related tasks same workspace | Shared file access |
| Unrelated tasks new workspace | Clean separation |
Task Workflows
Plan → Implement → Review
Use multiple tasks for a complete workflow:
Create Planning Task
Task 1: Plan the feature in Plan Mode
Create Implementation Task
Task 2: Implement based on the plan
Create Review Task
Task 3: Review the implementation
All tasks share the same workspace, so they see the same files.
Quick Question During Work
When you need to ask a quick question without disrupting your main task:
- Create a new task (Cmd+N / Ctrl+N)
- Ask your question
- Get the answer
- Switch back to main task
Your main task's context is preserved.
Iterative Development
Recommended workflow pattern:
| Task | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Task 1 | Initial implementation |
| Task 2 | Refinements and fixes |
| Task 3 | Final polish |
Tasks share file state but have independent conversational context. You can return to any task later to review, refine, or continue work without its context being affected by other tasks.
Task Context Management
How Task Context Works
Each task maintains:
| Context Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Conversation | All messages in the task |
| AI Memory | What the AI knows about this task |
| Configuration | Model selection and agent settings |
| Progress | Where in the task you are |
Context Between Tasks
| Scope | Behavior |
|---|---|
| Same workspace | Tasks share file state, not conversation |
| Different workspaces | Full isolation |
Best Practices
When to Create New Tasks
Good Reasons for New Task
- Starting a different topic
- Asking a quick question
- Different phase of work (plan → implement)
- Clean slate for new approach
When to Continue Same Task
- Iterating on same feature
- Follow-up questions
- Continuing previous conversation
- Building on established context
Task Hygiene
| Practice | Why |
|---|---|
| Keep tasks focused | Better AI context |
| Don't overload topics | Too many topics confuse the AI |
| Close completed tasks | Keep workspace clean |
| Review old tasks | Remove tasks no longer needed |
- Start tasks with clear first messages
- Group related work in same workspace
- Use workspaces for major separations
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Can't find my task
Solutions:
- Check task list in the Left Panel
- You may be in a different workspace
- Switch workspaces to find the task
Task lost context
Possible causes:
- Very long conversation
- Exceeded context limits
Solutions:
- Summarize key points for the AI
- Start fresh task with summary
- Reference specific files
Tasks piling up
Solutions:
- Close completed tasks
- Consolidate related tasks
- Use workspace organization
FAQs
Do tasks share memory?
No. Each task has its own conversation context. They share file state if in the same workspace, but not conversation memory.
What happens to tasks when I close Verdent?
Task history persists between sessions. You can resume tasks where you left off when you reopen Verdent.
Can I reference work from other tasks?
Tasks don't automatically know about other tasks. Reference files that were modified, summarize previous decisions, or use @-mentions to include specific files.
Can I use different models for different tasks?
Yes. Each task has its own agent configuration including model selection.
How do I delete a task?
Hover over the task in the task list and click the Delete button.
Do tasks in parallel workspaces share anything?
No. Tasks in different workspaces are fully isolated with no shared files or context.