Hello Eyal,
A work around: copy the resource's name into the Initials field on
the Resource Sheet. Then Format > Bar Styles, select the "Task" bar
style and on the Text tab, select Resource Initials instead of name.
Repeat as necessary for critical tasks.
I hope this helps. Let us know how you get along.
Julie
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