Plane

Key Features of Plane

• Issue Management: Create and manage tasks with a rich text editor that supports file uploads, sub-properties, and references to related issues.
• Flexible Sprint Cycles: Track progress with burn-down charts, auto-transfer incomplete issues, and get real-time reports on cycle progress.
• Modules: Break complex projects into smaller, manageable modules with built-in progress charts and easy visualization in different layouts.
• Pages for Knowledge Management: Capture, organize, and collaborate on ideas using a rich text editor, AI capabilities, and real-time collaboration.
• Real-Time Analytics: Access insights across all your Plane data, visualize trends, and track progress to remove blockers and keep projects moving forward.
• Drive (Coming Soon): Share documents, images, videos, and other files to collaborate on solutions within the same workspace.
• Time Tracking: Log time for any member and bulk-download timesheets from a single screen.
• Dependencies & Relations: Track dependencies and edit dates for related issues easily on Gantt charts.
• Bulk Operations: Edit multiple issues at once to save time and improve productivity.
• Automation: Automate repetitive tasks, such as archiving issues or auto-closing issues without updates.
• Customizable Views: Create, save, and share personalized views with filters to display only the most relevant issues.
• Seamless Integrations: Import projects, issues, and members from Jira, GitHub, and other tools in just a few clicks.
• Self-Hosted & Cloud Options: Host Plane on AWS or on your own infrastructure with Docker and Kubernetes support, offering scalable and flexible deployment options.
• Keyboard Shortcuts: Navigate Plane with intuitive shortcuts for faster access to key features.
• Collaborative Features: Real-time collaboration with simultaneous editing, easy sharing of pages, and actionable member overviews.

Plane is an evolving, open-source project management tool designed to simplify the way teams track issues, run sprint cycles, and manage product roadmaps. It’s crafted to help you focus on getting work done, without the usual chaos of managing complex tools.

As Plane continues to evolve, your suggestions and feedback play a crucial role in shaping its development. Join the conversation on Discord or raise a GitHub issue — we read everything and respond to most.

Efficient Issue Management

Plane’s robust issue management allows you to create and track tasks with ease. Whether you're working on individual issues or dealing with complex workflows, the rich text editor supports file uploads, sub-properties, and references to related issues. Organize and track your tasks in a way that works best for your team.

Sprint Cycles Without the Hassle

Plane offers flexible sprint cycles that allow your team to track progress without compromising on familiar workflows. Use burn-down charts and other insightful tools to track your team’s momentum. Plane also offers automated cycle transfers and real-time reports to keep everyone on track.

Simplify Complex Projects with Modules

Projects can get overwhelming, but Plane helps you break them down into smaller, more manageable modules. Assign leads to each module and track progress with ease. With visualizations in three different layouts, finding and tracking module progress has never been simpler.

Real-Time Collaboration with Pages

Plane’s Pages feature lets you capture and organize ideas with ease. Use the rich text editor to add images, format text, and insert hyperlinks, or even turn your notes into actionable tasks. Pages also supports AI capabilities to assist in formatting and organizing your thoughts. Plus, with real-time collaboration, you can work together with your team, no matter where they are.

Powerful Analytics and Insights

Plane gives you real-time insights across all your projects, helping you visualize trends, identify blockers, and track progress. The intuitive interface makes it easy to stay on top of everything happening in your projects and keep your team moving forward.

Drive (Coming Soon)

Soon, Plane will offer a Drive feature, allowing you to share documents, images, videos, and other files. This will help your team collaborate and align on solutions, all within the same workspace.

Why Choose Plane?

Plane is not just another project management tool; it’s a complete solution designed to integrate seamlessly into your existing workflows and methodologies. Whether you’re a small team or a large enterprise, Plane adapts to your needs without the need for complex configurations.

Project + Knowledge Management Combined

Plane is both a project management and knowledge management system. It centralizes all your work and information in one place, making it easier for teams to collaborate and stay organized.

Flexible and Customizable

Plane is designed to help you manage your work in a way that fits your style. Customize issue types and properties to match the nature of your tasks. The tool supports a wide range of customizations, from simple issue management to complex project structures.

Track Progress Effortlessly

With features like time tracking, dependencies, and relations, you can track project progress effortlessly. Plane makes it easy to see what’s being worked on, who’s responsible, and where things stand — all in one place.

Seamless Integration

Plane is built for flexibility and ease of use. It offers integration with tools like Jira and GitHub, allowing you to import your existing projects, issues, and data seamlessly.

More Features to Help Your Team Thrive

• Bulk Operations: Edit multiple issues at once, saving you time and reducing manual work.
• Time Tracking: Log time for any member and bulk-download timesheets with a single click.
• Automation: Plane’s automation features help reduce manual work, from auto-archiving issues to triggering actions based on status.
• Shortcuts: Navigate Plane with ease using intuitive keyboard shortcuts.
• Customizable Views: Save and share custom views that filter issues based on what matters most to your team.
• Real-Time Collaboration: Work together in real-time with simultaneous editing and easy sharing of pages.

Self-Hosted and Cloud Options

Plane offers the flexibility of both cloud-hosted and self-hosted versions. Whether you’re running Plane on AWS for high availability or hosting it on your own infrastructure, Plane scales with your needs.

With 99.9% feature parity between the cloud and self-hosted versions, you can rest assured that your team’s workflow will remain consistent regardless of the setup. Plane also supports Docker and Kubernetes, making deployment a breeze.

Take Control of Your Workflows

Plane’s flexible design allows you to manage projects the way you want. Toggle features on or off as needed, and customize your experience without overwhelming your interface. Whether you need simple issue tracking or advanced project management capabilities, Plane adapts to your team’s needs.

Conclusion

Plane is designed to streamline project and knowledge management, offering a powerful and customizable experience for teams of all sizes. Whether you’re managing issues, tracking progress in sprint cycles, or organizing your team’s knowledge, Plane is the tool that will help your team thrive.

Ready to see how Plane can work for you? Join the growing community of users and help shape the future of project management.