task type

[fickasm1]

I understand the definition of the different task types (fixed duration,
fixed work, and fixed units). But, I don't see any difference in my project
plan (duration or amount of work) when I change the task type (for example
change duration to work).
Can anyone explain how these different types affect the project schedule?

 

[JackD]

Changing the task type won't change the task itself. It only changes the way
that project handles changes to that task.
The basic equation is Work = Duration x Units.
If you have a fixed work task, changing duration will change the units.
If you have a fixed units task, changing duration will change the work.
If nothing changes on a task (except the task type) then work, duration and
units will not change.