Usually, any task that you add to your task list will need to be completed by a certain date. OfficeTalk lets you specify a deadline date and time for a task. You can do this in the following way:
Bring up the Task property sheet by clicking on the task using the right mouse button and selecting Edit from the context menu.
Check the Require Deadline check box and enter a date and time into the fields below. Press OK to save your changes.
If the task has not been completed by the specified deadline, the task colour will change to red to indicate that the task is overdue and requires immediate attention.