Why This Matters

Project tags in Kanban view help you categorize and find projects instantly. Color-coded tags make it easy to spot priorities at a glance.

What You'll Need

Admin access to SubcontractorHub
A web browser (Chrome or Edge recommended)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Organize and filter projects effortlessly with Kanban View.

Step 2

Visualize your workflow through stage-based columns and add custom project tags for smarter project tracking and management.

Step 3

Step 1:Navigate to the “Hi, Username” option in the top right corner.

Step 4

Select settings from the drop-down menu.

Step 5

Step 2:Scroll down in your settings to find “Project Settings”.

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Step 3:Click on the “Edit” button on the right.

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Step 4:Scroll down and enable the permission to “Enable Tagging Feature in Project“.

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Step 5:Click “Update”.

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Note:Now, tags can also be configured to highlight the project card in Kanban view.

Step 10

When a tag with highlighting enabled is applied, the corresponding project card will be visually highlighted for easier identification.

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How to create a project tag?Step 1:From the main menu, click “Manage Database” and select “Database”.

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Step 2:Click on “Project Tags” under the “Additional” dropdown.

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Step 3:Click “Add” in the top right corner.

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Step 4:Add your tag name and click “Save”.

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How to add project tags in Kanban View?Step 1:Navigate to “Manage Projects” and select “Projects”.

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Step 2:Click on “Change Layout" in the top-right corner.

Pro Tips

💡 Stay on top of things: Check your project dashboard at the start of each day to see what needs attention.
📋 Document everything: Add notes and photos as you go — future you will thank present you.
🔄 Automate when possible: Pair this feature with automations to save even more time.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Solution
I don't see this option	Make sure you have Admin access. Some features require specific permissions.
Changes aren't saving	Try refreshing your browser and make sure you clicked Save before navigating away.
Something looks different from the screenshots	SubcontractorHub updates regularly. The feature works the same way — the layout may just look slightly different.

Last updated: 2026-05-15 · Source: How To Create And Use Project Tags In Kanban View