# Single Task

The task type 'Single Task' is the most basic type of task. It consists of instructions for the task assignee to complete, has a due date, has a schedule type, and can be pre-configured to be assigned to a specific type of role

A 'single task' template has the following options:

* **Name.** The name that is visible to users of this task.
* **Short description.** A short description that is displayed to help users identify this task.
* **Description.** Full description of what the person that this task is assigned to should do. This is a rich text editor and you can embed links and images if needed.
* **Task Type.** Can be:
  * **Single Task.** A single task with a single set of instructions, assigned to a single role (or list of persons).
  * **Task List.** A list of tasks, each of which can be assigned to a different role.
* **Schedule type.** How often this type of task should be performed. If you choose a recurring task, AppControl will schedule the task automatically when you assign it and will create new instances of the task as needed (E.g. For 'Monthly' tasks, AppControl will create a new task every month when it is assigned).
* **Created by.** Who created this task. (read only)