Microsoft Planner is an effective tool for staying organized and managing tasks. You can create and assign tasks, assign dates and deadlines, track progress, and collaborate on projects. You can also create plans and assign tasks to your team members. However, if you no longer need your plan and want to delete it, here is a step-by-step guide to walk you through the process.
How to Delete a Plan in Microsoft Planner
Open your Microsoft Planner project - Launch Microsoft Planner from your Office 365 app launcher, then click on the project you wish to delete.
Click the ellipsis menu - In the top right corner, click the ellipsis (three dots) to open a menu with more options.
Select “Settings” - This will open the Settings Page. Scroll down to the bottom to the “Delete this Plan” section.
Click “Delete” - Click the red "Delete" button to delete the plan.
Confirm the deletion - You will be prompted to confirm the deletion. Click “Delete” to permanently delete the plan.
FAQs
How do I delete a plan in Microsoft Planner?
To delete a plan in Microsoft Planner, first open your project, then click the ellipsis menu in the top right corner. Select “Settings”, scroll down to the “Delete this Plan” section, and click the red “Delete” button. You will be prompted to confirm the deletion - click “Delete” to complete the process.
Can I undelete a plan in Microsoft Planner?
No - once you delete a plan in Microsoft Planner, it cannot be retrieved. Make sure you have backed up any important information from the plan before deleting it.
What happens when I delete a plan in Microsoft Planner?
When you delete a plan in Microsoft Planner, all tasks, buckets, and conversations associated with the plan will be deleted.
Are there alternatives to deleting a plan in Microsoft Planner?
If you don't want to delete the plan, you can also hide it by selecting the “Hide from users” option in the Settings page. This will make the plan invisible to everyone, but you can still view the plan from the Planner Hub.
Are there any restrictions in deleting a plan in Microsoft Planner?
Yes - you must be the owner of the plan in order to delete it. If you are not the owner, you will need to ask the plan owner to delete it.
Related Links
Microsoft Planner Support Forum: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Microsoft-Planner/ct-p/Planner