How to create a to-do list using the applications you are using

 Here are some ways to do it.

1. Create and manage tasks in Google Calendar

Going through the day without a well-thought-out plan is a waste of time. That's why a calendar is the kind of essential app you need for a productive day. Google Calendar is one of the best options available. In addition to scheduling events and appointments, as well as reminding you of birthdays and holidays, Google Calendar also serves as a task manager with Google Tasks integration. This allows you to seamlessly use Google Tasks to organize your life.

Here's how to create a task or to-do list in Google Calendar:

1. Open Google Calendar on your computer.
2. Click on an empty cell for a specific day and select the Task tab in the pop-up window.
3. Add a title, set the time, add a description and click Save .
4. Your tasks will be displayed on the calendar. If you don't see the task, check the Tasks box in the left sidebar to make it visible.

You can also create tasks in the Tasks tab of Google Calendar - here's how:

1. Open Google Calendar on your computer.
2. Click the Task tab in the upper right corner of the screen.
3. Click Add a task .
4. Add a task title and description, then set the date and time.
5. You can also break a task into subtasks by clicking the vertical ellipses ⋮ and selecting Add a subtask .

2. Create checklist/to-do list in Google Docs

Checklists in Google Docs are a great way to stay organized and keep track of tasks. Unlike numbered or bulleted lists, checklists allow you to check off completed tasks and keep a visual record of your progress. Plus, it's a simple way to collaborate on lists with others, making them perfect for group projects or shared household tasks.

Here's how to create a checklist in Google Docs:

1. Go to Google Docs and open a blank document.
2. Type the @ symbol where you want to place the checkbox, type Checklist , and press Enter . Or, click the Checklist icon on the toolbar to add a checkbox.
3. List each item or task on one line and press Enter to add a check box to the next line.
4. To turn an existing task list into a checklist; Highlight the text and click the Checklist icon on the toolbar.
5. To break down large tasks into smaller sub-tasks or create nested checklists, simply place the cursor at the beginning of the line/task and press Tab to indent and create sub-items.
6. Mark tasks as completed by clicking the box next to the task.

Finally, you can insert tables into Docs to create a more streamlined checklist with columns and rows that you can customize to your needs.

3. Turn emails into tasks in Outlook

If you spend a lot of time communicating via email, it can be easy to forget about important actionable tasks mentioned in the email. Luckily, Microsoft Outlook offers a quick and simple way to turn emails into tasks through integration with Microsoft To Do. Using your Outlook inbox as a task manager is a great way to stay organized and reduce email overload.

Here's how to turn Outlook emails into tasks using Microsoft To Do:

1. Access your Outlook inbox.
2. The fastest way to convert emails into tasks is to mark them up. These emails become tasks in the Email Flagged tab of Microsoft To Do. Hover over the email and click the Flag icon .
3. Or, right-click the email and select Advanced actions > Create task . This opens a side panel where you can add more detailed information to the task, such as a due date or reminder.
4. You can delete emails once you've marked them or turn them into tasks to clean up your inbox. The task will remain on your to-do list until you mark it as complete.

The best part is that Outlook integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft tools like OneNote, Teams, and Outlook Calendar, allowing you to manage and assign tasks directly from your inbox without the need for a to-do list app. private.

David Pac

Update 22 August 2024