Ampler Charts adds Responsible and Comment columns to a Gantt chart — owners and notes — and each cell can be text, a checkbox, or a Harvey ball.
Quick answer: Right-click the Gantt and click Add Responsible or Comment column, select a cell and enter text, and right-click a cell to switch between Text, Checkbox, and Harvey ball.
How to use it
Add owner and note columns; cells can be text, checkbox, or Harvey ball.
- Right-click on the Gantt and click Add Responsible or Comment column.
- Select the label and enter the text.
- Right-click a label to switch between Text, Checkbox, or Harvey ball — or to delete it.
The Gantt gains a column for owners or notes, with each cell shown as text, a checkbox, or a Harvey ball.
When to use it
Add a Responsible column to assign activity owners and a Comment column for notes — turning a timeline into an accountable workplan for a workshop or steering-committee pack.
How consultants use it
An accountable workplan — who owns what, by when — is a standard consulting artefact. Three habits apply:
- Assign ownership: the Responsible column names an owner for each activity
- Add status or notes: comments, checkboxes, or Harvey balls show progress or remarks
- A workshop-ready plan: the Gantt becomes an accountable plan, not just a timeline
Responsible and Comment columns turn a Gantt into an accountable workplan.
Tips & best practices
- Use the Responsible column to assign an owner to every activity.
- Use Harvey balls or checkboxes to show status at a glance.
- Keep the column titles clear for a steering-committee audience.
Availability
Part of Ampler Charts, included in Ampler for PowerPoint and the Ampler Suite, on Windows desktop PowerPoint.
Frequently asked questions
How do you add an owner column to a Gantt chart?
Right-click the Gantt in Ampler Charts and click Add Responsible or Comment column, then enter the owner in each cell.
How do you show status on a Gantt chart?
Right-click a cell in the Responsible or Comment column and switch it to a Checkbox or Harvey ball to show status at a glance.
Can you add notes to a Gantt chart?
Yes. Add a Comment column and enter notes or remarks against each activity.
How do you change a Gantt cell between text and a Harvey ball?
Right-click the cell and switch between Text, Checkbox, and Harvey ball.