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# Properties

> **In short:**\
> Properties, such as Status, Priority, or Assignee, are attributes that help organize and track Timebook objects. They can be found in the expandable drawer or a dedicated tab, depending on the object type.&#x20;

## What are properties?

Properties are attributes or fields that describe [Timebook objects](../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects), helping you organize and track work efficiently. They function as metadata, providing structure and context to everything you manage.

For objects like [Work Items](../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects/work-item), [Goals](../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects/goal), or [Tickets](../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects/ticket), properties are displayed in a dedicated tab on the right side of the object’s card, where you can view and edit them.

For objects such as [Sprints](../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects/sprint), [Projects](../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects/project), or [Roadmaps](../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects/roadmap), all properties are located in the object’s drawer. Expand the drawer to access and update the available properties.

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## Overview of Timebook properties

We provide a set of properties that are available out of the box to help you manage your work. These properties are designed to cover the most essential aspects, allowing you to organize, prioritize, and track your work effectively. Whether you assign tasks, set due dates, or evaluate opportunities, these predefined properties are crafted to support your workflow.

<table><thead><tr><th width="212">Property</th><th>How to use it</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Status</strong></td><td>Indicates the current phase or progress of several object types, including Work Items and Goals. The most common statuses are [<strong>To do</strong>], [<strong>In progress</strong>], and [<strong>Done</strong>].</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Priority</strong></td><td>Represents the level of importance or urgency assigned to an object. It guides team members in determining which tasks should be addressed first. Commonly categorized as [<strong>High</strong>], [<strong>Medium</strong>], or [<strong>Low</strong>], this property helps prioritize work and ensures that critical tasks are completed on time.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Initiative</strong> / <strong>Project</strong> / <strong>Solution</strong> / <strong>Sprint</strong> / <strong>Release</strong> / <strong>Team</strong></td><td>Different Timebook object types can be linked to each other using these dedicated properties. For instance, you can assign a Work Item to a specific Project or a Goal to a specific Team. For more information on available object types, see <a data-mention href="../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects">timebook-objects</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Assignee</strong></td><td>Identifies the person responsible for completing a piece of work. This property ensures ownership and accountability, clarifying who is expected to work on or oversee the task until completion.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Start date</strong></td><td>Specifies the date when work is planned to begin or has actually started. This helps schedule and track timelines and ensures that work is initiated according to plan.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Due date</strong></td><td>Specifies the target date by which work should be completed. This helps manage timelines and ensure tasks are finished within the planned schedule.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Date range</strong></td><td>Specifies a period between two dates and indicates the planned start and end dates. This helps you define the overall duration and scheduling of activities.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Estimated time</strong></td><td>Represents the expected amount of time needed to complete work. Unlike the [<strong>Date range</strong>] property, which defines the actual calendar period during which the work will occur, [<strong>Estimated time</strong>] focuses on the effort required, regardless of when the work starts or ends.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Created by</strong></td><td>Identifies the Workplace member who originally created the object. This property is useful for tracking ownership, understand the context and initial accountability.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Date created</strong></td><td>Specifies the date the object was created. This property provides a reference point for timeline tracking, making it easier to monitor progress and review the age of the object.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Risk assessment</strong></td><td>Allows you to evaluate potential risks associated with a specific object, such as a Project or a Solution. This property can have the following values: [<strong>No risk</strong>], [<strong>At risk</strong>], and [<strong>High risk</strong>].</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Story points</strong></td><td>Represents units of measure used in Agile methodologies to estimate the effort or complexity of a task. Story points take into account difficulty, risk, and uncertainty, helping teams evaluate the work required without making specific time estimates.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Color</strong> </td><td>Allows you to choose a specific color for objects. If such objects are displayed on a calendar grid or a timeline, they will be marked with the selected color. </td></tr><tr><td><strong>Git</strong></td><td>You can use this property only if your Timebook Workplace is integrated with a Git repository. The [<strong>Git</strong>] field will then show all the information about Git commits and branches relevant to your Timebook object.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Importance</strong></td><td>This property is part of the opportunity evaluation process. [<strong>Importance</strong>] marks Opportunities that should be prioritized for early implementation. It helps teams focus on the Opportunities that offer the most immediate or significant value. For more information, see <a data-mention href="../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects/opportunity">opportunity</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Satisfaction</strong></td><td>This property is part of the opportunity evaluation process. [<strong>Satisfaction</strong>] measures how well a Solution meets customers’ needs or expectations and reflects the expected level of fulfillment that the outcome can deliver.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Opportunity score</strong></td><td>Evaluates an Opportunity’s potential by combining its [<strong>Importance</strong>] and [<strong>Satisfaction</strong>]. It identifies those that are best to implement soon and likely to meet expectations, ensuring that the most valuable Opportunities take priority.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Quote match</strong></td><td>You can find this property on <a href="../core-concepts-and-objects/timebook-objects/insight">Insight</a> cards. It measures how closely the interviewee's quotes match the Insight generated by AI. A high score means the quotes clearly describe a problem, requiring little rewording to create the Insight. A low score means the interviewee's answers were less clear, so more interpretation was needed to identify the problem.</td></tr></tbody></table>

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