Project Planner Gantt Chart Template for Excel
Plan and compare planned vs actual project timelines with this free Excel Gantt chart template. Track planned and actual start dates, durations, and end dates for up to ten projects. No signup required.
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2026-07-12
What Is This Project Planner Template?
This project planner template is an Excel workbook for plan and compare planned vs actual project timelines with this free excel gantt chart template. Activity name and project planning. Planned start time and duration columns. Actual start time and duration columns.
Why Use a Google Sheets Project Planner Template?
Project timeline planning and Planned vs actual schedule comparison are essential for project success. This template gives you a structured way to manage your schedule with automatic calculations and clear timeline visualization.
When Should You Use This Project Planner Template?
Use this template when you need to project timeline planning, track progress against deadlines, or communicate project timelines to stakeholders. It is suitable for both individual and team use.
What's Included
- ✓Activity name and project planning
- ✓Planned start time and duration columns
- ✓Actual start time and duration columns
- ✓Planned vs actual side-by-side comparison
- ✓Up to 10 project entries
How to Use This Template
Who This Template Is For
Available Formats
Excel (.xlsx) — Download the file and open it in Microsoft Excel, Apple Numbers, or any compatible spreadsheet application.
Customization Tips
- 💡Add more rows for additional projects beyond the initial 10.
- 💡Use conditional formatting to highlight delays between planned and actual dates.
- 💡Sort activities by planned start date for chronological timeline view.
Use Cases
- Project timeline planning
- Planned vs actual schedule comparison
- Task duration tracking
- Small project portfolio management
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Last updated: 2026-07-12