Easy Tech TutsHow to Create a Sprint in ClickUp, Make & Setup Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Running agile sprints in ClickUp requires enabling a specific ClickApp before the sprint-focused features become available. This guide covers turning on Sprints, creating a sprint folder with defined iteration timeframes, adding story point estimates to your tasks, and setting up rollover rules so unfinished work carries into the next cycle automatically.
01Enable the Sprint ClickApp
Open your workspace admin panel and verify the Sprint ClickApp is turned on before you start building sprint folders.
02Create a Sprint Folder
Right-click your target Space to create a new Sprint Folder and define your iteration timeframe, such as one, two, or four weeks.
03Configure automated sprint settings
Set up automated creation windows and enable rollover so unfinished tasks push into the next sprint cycle automatically.
04Add estimation fields
Customize your sprint list's columns to include Story Points or Time Estimates so you can gauge workload.
05Move tasks into the active sprint
Add tasks from your main backlog into the current sprint's column groupings.
06Track velocity with dashboards
Use Sprint Dashboard widgets to live-track your team's burn-down progress and historical velocity across cycles.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to enable a special feature before using sprints?
Yes, the Sprint ClickApp needs to be turned on in your workspace admin panel before sprint folders and related features become available.
What happens to unfinished tasks at the end of a sprint?
You can configure automatic rollover rules so incomplete backlog items push into the next active sprint cycle without manual re-entry.
How long should a sprint last?
ClickUp lets you configure custom durations, commonly one, two, or four weeks, depending on what fits your team's cadence.
Can I track team velocity over multiple sprints?
Yes, Sprint Dashboard widgets can show historical velocity and burn-down data to help with future planning.
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