Disable a task step

If a task step is not currently applicable to a procedure, you can disable the step so that it does not execute as part of the task at run time. You can see the activation state under the step name in the task list pane.

About this task

Note: If a task step is the target of a jump, the jump must be deleted before the step can be disabled.

Procedure

  1. In the Task Editor grid, click the listing for the task you want to modify.
    Tip: If the grid interface is not displayed, click the Task button. If you do not see the task listing in the grid, expand the group that the task belongs to by clicking the downward-pointing arrow beside the group listing.
  2. Click the Edit button.
    The editing interface appears in the Task Editor workspace.
  3. Click the Details tab, and then select the listing for the task step that you want to disable.
  4. In the Status area, click Disable.
  5. Click Save.
    The step is disabled.