With these 6 tips we think you’ll find it easier to manage your tasks in Microsoft To Do on Windows.

Attach files that might be relevant to the task.

Make a few notes in the Add note section of a task to help you or someone else recall important points.

Add #tags to your tasks to help categorize them.

With these tips, you can quickly recall what a task is about. It’s sometimes hard to remember what a task is referring to. Reminders help you complete your tasks in time Instead of trying to remember, you can set up reminders and due dates for your tasks in To Do. When you want to delegate a task in a shared list, type to assign it to someone.īetween multitasking and the number of things going on at any given time, it’s easy to forget the tasks you want to complete. Live Tiles give you the latest status of your favorite to-do lists. Keep an eye on multiple lists from the Windows Start Menu. You can turn this option on from the Settings page, where you can also pick the badge notification type that best reflects your workstyle. Live update to badge notifications in the taskbar

Added to My Day and not completed: The badge notification will show a count of all the tasks that you’ve added to My Day but haven’t completed yet.

Due today and overdue (default): The badge notification will show a count of both your tasks that are due today and the ones that are overdue.

We have two options for app badge notifications: That way, you can ensure your important tasks don’t fall through the cracks. This visual reminder helps you keep an eye on your tasks even if you’re busy with something else. With app badge notifications, you can get a sense of how many outstanding tasks you have without opening To Do. You can turn this option on in the Settings page of To Do, or right-click on the app when it’s open and select Pin to taskbar. Whether you’re adding a new task or updating an existing one, a single click is all it takes. You can now pin the Microsoft To Do app to your taskbar to quickly access your favorite lists. In the first installment of our Six Tips series, we’ll focus on Windows 10 devices. To Do is also integrated with the Microsoft 365 suite of applications, including Outlook and Teams. Microsoft To Do syncs your tasks across your devices, whether you use Android, iOS, Mac, Windows, or the web.

Whether you use to-do lists for work, school, or personal tasks, engaging with your tasks is key to a balanced schedule.

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