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Adding cover images to tasks

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Make your tasks visually distinct by adding cover images in Workly. Cover images appear on task cards in Board view, making it easier to identify tasks at a glance.

Add a cover image

  1. Open a task
  2. Click on the cover image area or the add cover option
  3. Upload an image or select from task attachments

Where cover images appear

  • Board view — Cover images display prominently on task cards
  • Task detail — The cover image appears at the top of the task detail panel

Change or remove

Click on the existing cover image to change or remove it. You can upload a new image at any time.

Frequently asked questions

How do I add a cover image to a task?

Open the task and click the cover image area. Upload an image or select from existing task attachments.

Where do cover images show?

Cover images appear on task cards in Board (Kanban) view and at the top of the task detail panel.


Updated on February 25, 2026

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