ClickUp Dependencies Tutorial: How to Link Tasks and Manage Workflow Dependencies
Want to improve project flow and avoid bottlenecks? In this ClickUp tutorial, I’ll show you how to use task dependencies to connect related work, enforce task order, and improve visibility across teams.
Whether you’re managing a product roadmap, sprint planning, or a launch checklist, ClickUp Dependencies help you stay in control by visually showing which tasks are blocking others.
🔧 You’ll learn how to:
• Link tasks using “blocking” and “waiting on” dependencies
• Visualize dependencies in List, Gantt, and Timeline views
• Set up dependency warnings and enforce task order
• Use dependencies in real workflows (product launches, sprints, and more)
Timeline:
0:00 – Intro to ClickUp Dependencies & Relationships
0:20 – How to access dependencies in the new UI
0:50 – Overview of relationship types (Link Task, Waiting On, Blocking)
1:30 – Adding and visualizing linked tasks
2:00 – Using “Waiting On” to enforce task order
2:40 – How “Blocking” prevents task progress
3:00 – Final thoughts