Custom fields, forms & formulas

How Planfix Works

How Everything Connects in Planfix: From Custom Fields to Reports

If you're just getting started with Planfix, terms like "data tags," "objects," and "directories" might sound better suited to accountants, system administrators, or people who genuinely enjoy spreadsheets. The good news? They're…

September 4, 2026 17 min read 126
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Linked Fields: Two-Way Links Between Task and Contact Fields

Need two-way linked fields? In Planfix, linked fields pair task or contact fields: fill in one, and the other updates automatically. Watch the setup.

January 22, 2025 4 min read 22
Tips

Project Totals Fields: Tracking Profitability in Planfix

Alright, today we’re going to talk about something we all care about: profitability. After all, every business owner, manager, and worker wants to ensure their hard work…

February 18, 2025 5 min read 292
How Planfix Works

How Everything Connects in Planfix: Step-by-Step Setup of a Simple Process

We’ve already used the humble light bulb to show how everything connects in Planfix. Now it’s time to go a little deeper and look at how the setup actually works. This…

September 14, 2026 15 min read 144
Tips

How to Calculate Time in Excel: A Comprehensive Tutorial

Excel calculates time by subtracting one time value from another and formatting the result as time – and date differences work the same way, using the serial day numbers…

August 21, 2026 13 min read 297
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How to Standardize Data Entry with Directories

Standardize data entry in Planfix with directories: pick values from predefined lists, block duplicates, import records and set who can edit entries.

July 31, 2026 4 min read 40
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Custom Objects in CRM: Fields and Statuses in Planfix

Custom objects in CRM let you model leads, deals or requests. See how Planfix objects use custom fields, statuses, transition rules and permissions.

July 31, 2026 4 min read 41
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Task Tags and Labels in Planfix: Filter Tasks Faster

Task tags and labels in Planfix: a 1.5-minute video and the steps to mark tasks with Favorites, add a label field and filter by it in the Planner.

June 2, 2026 5 min read 12
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Visual Task Management: Make Tasks Clear at a Glance

Visual task management in Planfix: color-coded statuses, status hints, a clear task card, Favorites and Kanban cards that show priorities at a glance.

May 19, 2026 4 min read 24
News

What’s New in Planfix: April 2026

April's Planfix update is here, and we're excited to show you new features that will make your life easier and increase productivity.Keep reading for more - there's…

May 5, 2026 3 min read 110
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Eisenhower Matrix Board: Prioritize Tasks in a Planner

Build an Eisenhower Matrix board in a Planfix planner: add a priority field, create quadrant lists and drag tasks to rank them by urgency and importance.

April 3, 2026 4 min read 25
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How to Keep Track of Important Tasks: 5 Ways in Planfix

Keep track of important tasks in Planfix: add them to Favorites, mark them urgent, set reminders, save a priority filter and tag them. Video guide.

February 2, 2026 4 min read 26
Video

How to Separate Work and Personal Tasks in One Place

Separate work and personal tasks in one Planfix account with a Category field, project groups, saved filters and planner lists. Watch the 3-minute guide.

December 16, 2025 4 min read 21
Use Cases

Planfix AI Agents: Automate Tasks with AI in CRM

While some folks still worry that AI will take their jobs, the team at Planfix has decided to flip that script and give AI a job instead. We’re not talking about the…

October 28, 2025 7 min read 303
Use Cases

Send a Request to Planfix AI

Think about how you usually assign tasks. It’s likely that at least some of them come out vague or unclear. It’s OK, it happens to all of us! However, this lack of…

August 5, 2025 4 min read 241
Tips

How Planfix AI Handles First-Line Inquiries

Every client message has the potential to contain something critical. And when your inbox starts filling up with dozens (or even hundreds) of incoming requests, manually…

July 10, 2025 3 min read 306
Industry Insights

RFM Analysis in Planfix: How to Identify Your “Golden” Customers

If you want to run a successful business, segmenting your customer base is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal. I mean, wouldn’t it be great if you could…

May 23, 2025 12 min read 354
News

What’s New in Planfix: February 2025

The February 2025 Planfix update is here, and we're excited to introduce new features that will make your life easier and boost productivity. Keep reading to learn more…

March 4, 2025 3 min read 282
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How to Filter Contacts by Company Fields in Planfix

1-minute video + steps: filter contacts by company fields in Planfix, add company data as filter columns and keep contact and company cards in sync.

February 16, 2025 4 min read 8
News

What’s New in Planfix: December 2024 – January 2025

Throughout December 2024 - January 2025, the Planfix team was fine-tuning the system. We're excited to announce a host of fixes designed to increase efficiency and…

January 28, 2025 2 min read 261
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What’s New in Planfix: November 2024

Throughout November, the Planfix team was fine-tuning the system. We're excited to announce a host of fixes designed to increase efficiency and improve user experience…

December 2, 2024 3 min read 250
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How to Create a Document Template in Planfix

A 1.5-minute video and steps: create a document template in Planfix, add variables for customer data and set numbering, naming and file format.

November 27, 2024 5 min read 4
News

What’s New in Planfix: September and October 2024

Throughout September and October, the Planfix team was fine-tuning the system. We're excited to announce a host of fixes designed to increase efficiency and improve user…

November 1, 2024 2 min read 211
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Buttons in Planfix Tasks: Log Data in One Click

Buttons in Planfix tasks: a 1.5-minute video and the steps to set up a List field with colored buttons so your team logs data in a task in one click.

October 18, 2024 4 min read 3
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How to Catch Deadline Slippage Before a Task Is Late

3.5-minute video and steps to catch deadline slippage in Planfix: a forecast date field, scripts that flag delays, and a weekly email report for managers.

October 10, 2024 5 min read 7
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How to Make Reports More Informative in Planfix

3-minute video + steps: make reports more informative in Planfix — pick the object, group the rows, calculate columns with formulas and export the result.

September 30, 2024 4 min read 14
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How to Link Directories in Planfix and Filter Entries

2-minute video + steps: link directories in Planfix with a Directory entry field, filter entries, set up quick replies and share entries in comments.

September 16, 2024 4 min read 4

Custom fields, forms & formulas in Planfix

Custom fields add the data your process needs to Planfix tasks, projects, contacts and employee profiles, from text, numbers and dates to links to other records. Calculated, totals and linked fields fill themselves in. These articles show how data kept in fields, not comments, can be filtered, grouped, reported on and automated.