Link

A link describes the logical relationship between two activities. It controls when a successor activity may start or finish.

Link properties

Type

Meaning

Finish-Start

The successor starts after the predecessor finishes.

Start-Start

The successor cannot start before the predecessor starts.

Finish-Finish

The successor cannot finish before the predecessor finishes.

Start-Finish

The successor cannot finish before the predecessor starts.

Incompatible activity group

Activities must not be performed at the same time.

Time Intervals

Intervals can be positive or negative. Positive values create waiting time. Negative values allow overlap.

Usage

Links can be created and edited in the Gantt chart, network diagram, and Gantt-network chart.

Edit link type