From taskmaster
Defers a task by ID to deferred status using task-master CLI. Documents reason, analyzes impact on dependents and timeline, sets review reminders and reactivation criteria.
How this command is triggered — by the user, by Claude, or both
Slash command
/taskmaster:to-deferredThe summary Claude sees in its command listing — used to decide when to auto-load this command
Defer a task for later consideration. Arguments: $ARGUMENTS (task ID) ## Deferring a Task This status indicates a task is valid but not currently actionable or prioritized. ## Valid Reasons for Deferral - Waiting for external dependencies - Reprioritized for future sprint - Blocked by technical limitations - Resource constraints - Strategic timing considerations ## Execution ## Deferral Management When deferring: 1. **Document Reason** - Capture why it's being deferred - Set reactivation criteria - Note any partial work completed 2. **Impact Analysis** - Check depende...
Defer a task for later consideration.
Arguments: $ARGUMENTS (task ID)
This status indicates a task is valid but not currently actionable or prioritized.
task-master set-status --id=$ARGUMENTS --status=deferred
When deferring:
Document Reason
Impact Analysis
Future Planning
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