Office Timeline – free timeline maker
Office Timeline – free timeline maker
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Rated 4.4 of 5 | Office Timeline 5511 reviews

From raw information to clear visual insights

Import and sync project data with ease

Transform complex project data into stunning visual timelines in seconds.

Import and sync project data into clear, presentation-ready timelines
The power of Data Import

A more efficient way to process and present project data

Here’s how the feature helps you leverage your existing resources to enhance workflow efficiency, streamline reporting, and improve project communication.

Create visual project timelines from imported data

Turn project data into visual success stories

Stop spending hours manually creating presentation-ready timelines. Office Timeline's import feature instantly transforms your existing project data into compelling visuals that tell your story and bring insights to life.

Easily synch your imported project data

Keep everything up to date automatically

Why rebuild your timelines when plans change? Real-time sync ensures your visuals always reflect the latest project data, eliminating gaps between project updates and stakeholder communications.

Import data from your usual project management tools

Connect with your favorite tools

Whether you live in Microsoft Project, Excel, Smartsheet, Jira, or Wrike, Office Timeline speaks your language. Import and sync data seamlessly, maintaining the perfect balance between detailed planning and high-level communication.

Import Data in action

Make project data work for you

See how the feature helps you take charge of project plans and elevates project reporting.

Instantly import project data into a timeline

Transform complex data instantly

Turn detailed project plans into executive-ready timelines with a single click. Select the data you want to show and watch as your strategic visualization takes shape.

Real-time sync keeps timelines up to date

Sync changes in real-time

Keep your presentations current with automatic data synchronization. Update your source file, and your timeline reflects the changes immediately – no manual updates required.

Maintain visual formatting when importing data

Preserve your formatting

Import new data without losing your carefully crafted visual style. Your colors, shapes, and layout preferences stay intact even as the underlying data updates.

Customize imported data for a tailored timeline view

Choose what to show and share

Select exactly which tasks, milestones, and dates to include in your timeline. Create the perfect high-level view while keeping the details in your project management tool.

FAQs

Common questions about Import Data

Proven results

See how Import Data has helped our users

  • I really like using Office Timeline! I am a visual person, and so it is helpful to view the project's progress and definitely helps to identify bottlenecks slowing down progress. To be able to take an entire schedule and view it in one PowerPoint slide is groundbreaking. The fact that you can import your Excel spreadsheet and don't have to type everything all over again in PowerPoint is truly what makes this PowerPoint add-on a game-changer. Thanks!

  • Excellent tool for Gantt chart and timeline creation. The ease of use and the ability to import and sync data from MS Project and Smartsheet make Office Timeline a great tool!

  • Excellent product. It saved me days in creating, maintaining, and changing POAP/timelines at work. Effortless import from MS Project, Excel, or Google with an easy-to-navigate menu and options. Even when the file is renamed, you just select a new name, and it will update the previously created timeline. Annoyed I didn’t get this sooner.

  • Freedom for PMs – Office Timeline gives me a lot of freedom as a PM. A lot of times at the beginning of a project, you don't have the timeline nailed down, or you want to see scenarios and high-level overviews of what the timeline looks like. Office Timeline has been key for this. I love being able to import from Project and give clients and executives an easy-to-read 8-week look ahead of projects. I’ve barely touched the surface of the product, but thus far I have no complaints.

  • Five stars for project management reporting – Every project manager on our team loves Office Timeline! We use Office Timeline in project meetings and for reporting project status on a weekly basis. We leverage the MS Project import function heavily so our slides can reflect the schedule's reality in a more digestible format while keeping our project teams informed.

  • Excellent and easy-to-use tool. MS Project import worked seamlessly. Creates PowerPoint documents that anyone can view, even if they don't have Office Timeline. Absolutely no complaints.

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With Office Timeline, you can now connect your project data seamlessly and turn detailed plans into clear, professional visuals. Start importing your project data today.
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    Define goals and track progress with ease. Map out tasks, set milestones, and keep your project moving forward with clear, structured timelines.

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  • Swimlanes organizing project tasks and phasesSwimlanes

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    Bring structure to complex workflows. Organize tasks, teams, and phases into clear visual sections that simplify collaboration and project tracking.

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  • Nested sub-swimlanes for detailed project structuringSub-swimlanes

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    Break down complexity with layered clarity. Add depth to your timelines by structuring projects with nested lanes for a clear hierarchy of tasks and initiatives.

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  • Visualizing task dependencies and the critical pathDependencies & Critical Path

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    Visualize task relationships and optimize scheduling. Easily connect dependencies and identify the critical path to ensure on-time project delivery.

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  • Custom themes for timeline personalizationCustom Themes

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    Tailor every timeline to match your brand. Customize colors, fonts, and styles to create polished, professional visuals that align with your brand identity.

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  • Pre-built timeline templates for quick project setupReady-made Templates

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    Start faster with proven structures. Use pre-built timeline templates designed for various industries and workflows to save time and standardize planning.

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  • Multiple timescales for flexible project visualizationMultiple Timescales

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    View your project from every angle. Display different time perspectives on one timeline, from big-picture strategy to daily execution, for more flexible planning.

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