Visual Action Item Board Excel Template (Portrait)

This Visual Action Item Board Excel template gives you a portrait-oriented board with three clear columns — To Do, In Progress, and Completed — all on a single page. Print it, pin it up, or fill it in on screen for a quick, top-to-bottom view of your workflow at any time.

It follows a kanban-style layout, giving you a clear visual flow from To Do to In Progress to Completed — all on a single page. The portrait orientation fits a standard printed sheet, so your entire task board is visible without scrolling or resizing. Tasks flow vertically within each column, matching how you naturally scan a page rather than navigating wide horizontal layouts. Simply open the Excel file, type in your tasks, and start tracking — no account, app, or configuration needed. Whether you pin a printed copy to your wall or keep it open on screen, this layout works both ways without any reformatting.

Each column — To Do, In Progress, and Completed — runs top to bottom, so you can read through your tasks in a natural flow. It is a ready-to-use Excel file with no software setup or subscription needed.

How to Use This Template

1. Download the template. Click the download button to save this portrait-layout action item tracker to your device.
2. Enable editing if prompted. Click Enable Editing if a Protected View banner appears when opening the file.
3. List your tasks in the To Do column. Enter each action item clearly — one per cell — starting with what needs to be done first.
4. Update status as work moves forward. When you begin a task, move or re-enter it in the In Progress column. Once finished, place it in the Completed column.
5. Print or review regularly. Use the board during daily check-ins, stand-ups, or personal reviews to see exactly what is pending, active, and done — all on one page.

Who Is This Template For?

• Project managers who need a printable, at-a-glance task board without setting up project management software.
• Team leads looking for a simple visual reference to guide stand-ups, sprint reviews, or weekly planning sessions.
• Remote and hybrid teams who want a clear, shareable snapshot of task progress that works well in documents or shared drives.
• Individuals who prefer organizing personal tasks visually in a single-page portrait format they can print and keep at their desk.

Download the free action item tracker Excel template in portrait layout and turn your task list into a clear, single-page visual board — ready to print or use on screen. You may also explore our collection of Action Item Tracker Templates, Activity Tracker Templates, and Task Planner Templates.