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To Do - Create a new task in To Do Video

In this video, you will learn how to create a new task in Microsoft To Do.
The video covers the steps to create a task in To Do, including adding a title, due date, and notes.
This will help you stay organized and manage your tasks effectively using Microsoft To Do.

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Objectifs :

This video aims to guide users on how to add and manage tasks within a task list application, highlighting key features and functionalities that enhance productivity.

Chapitres :

Introduction to Task Management
In this section, we will explore how to effectively add and manage tasks in your chosen task list application. Understanding these features will help streamline your workflow and improve task organization.
Creating a New Task
To begin, open the task list of your choice and create a new task. The task list on your home screen consolidates older tasks created directly in the app. Follow these steps to add a new task: - Click on the task addition box. - Enter a name for your task. - Three buttons will appear, allowing you to: - Add a deadline to your task. - Set a reminder. - Establish a recurrence if the task needs to be repeated. - Press the enter button to add your task to the list.
Adding Details to Your Task
Once your task is created, you can click on it to add more information. This includes: - Adding sub-tasks if your task requires multiple actions. - Assigning the task to 'My Day' if you plan to complete it today, which will then appear in the 'My Day' list. - Attaching relevant documents related to the task. - Writing notes for additional guidance or to remember important elements.
Managing Your Tasks
If you need to delete a task, simply press the trash icon. To mark a task as important, use the star icon. This will also add the task to your list of important tasks. You have several options for managing your task list through the menu: - Sort tasks using different filters. - Click the cross at the top of the list to remove a filter. - Change the graphic theme by assigning a color or photo to your list. - View or hide completed tasks. - Print your task list. - Pin the list to the start menu.
Completing and Hiding Tasks
To validate a completed task, simply check the box next to it. Completed tasks will disappear from the list if you choose to hide them. Alternatively, if you opt to display all tasks, completed ones will appear scratched out.
Conclusion
In summary, this video has covered the essential steps for adding and managing tasks within your task list application. By utilizing these features, you can enhance your productivity and keep your tasks organized effectively.

FAQ :

How do I add a new task to my list?

To add a new task, open the list of your choice, click on the task addition box, give your task a name, and press the enter button.

What options do I have when creating a task?

When creating a task, you can set a deadline, add a reminder, and specify if the task should recur. You can also add notes and attach documents.

How can I mark a task as important?

To mark a task as important, click the star icon next to the task. This will also add it to your list of important tasks.

What happens to completed tasks?

Completed tasks can be checked off the list, and they will disappear if you choose to hide them. You can also choose to display all tasks, including completed ones.

Can I customize the appearance of my task list?

Yes, you can change the graphic theme of your task list by assigning it a color or photo.

How do I delete a task?

To delete a task, simply press the trash icon associated with that task.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Project Management

In project management, you can use the task list to assign tasks to team members, set deadlines, and track progress. By marking tasks as important, project managers can prioritize critical tasks and ensure timely completion.

Personal Productivity

Individuals can utilize the task list to manage daily activities, set reminders for important deadlines, and keep track of recurring tasks such as weekly reports or monthly meetings.

Event Planning

Event planners can create a comprehensive task list for organizing events, including setting deadlines for vendor bookings, reminders for follow-ups, and notes for specific event details.

Academic Assignments

Students can apply the task list to manage their assignments, set reminders for submission dates, and keep track of multiple tasks for different subjects.

Team Collaboration

In a collaborative work environment, team members can share a task list to assign responsibilities, track progress, and ensure that all tasks are completed efficiently.

Glossaire :

task

A specific piece of work or duty that needs to be completed, often part of a larger project or goal.

deadline

The latest time or date by which a task must be completed.

reminder

A notification or alert set to prompt the user to remember to complete a task at a specified time.

recurrence

The frequency with which a task needs to be repeated, such as daily, weekly, or monthly.

notes

Written information or comments added to a task to provide additional context or instructions.

important tasks

Tasks that have been marked as significant, which may require prioritization in the task list.

filter

A tool used to sort or narrow down the tasks displayed based on specific criteria.

graphic theme

The visual design elements applied to a task list, including colors and images.

completed tasks

Tasks that have been finished and can be marked off the list.

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We will see the features of each

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list in the following videos.

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Start by opening the list of your

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choice and create a new task.

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The task list on your to do's home

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screen brings together older task you

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have created directly in the app.

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Clicking the task addition

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box and give it a name.

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3 buttons appear to let you

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add a deadline to your task.

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Add a reminder.

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And set a recurrence for the task

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if this one needs to be repeated.

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Press, the enter button and

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your task is added to the list.

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Then click on it to add more information.

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For example, eddins taps if your

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task requires multiple actions.

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You can add this task your day.

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If you want to do it.

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Today it will then appear in my day list,

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which we will see in more

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detail in another video.

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If your task is for documents

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you can add them here.

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You can also write notes

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to give more guidance

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on this task or to remember

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important elements.

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Finally, if you want to delete this task.

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Just press the trash icon.

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The star icon.

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Let's you define this task as important.

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By activating this option,

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the task will also appear in

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your list or important tasks.

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You have several options for your

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task list through this menu.

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Sort your tasks for different filters.

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Click on the cross at the Top

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of the list to remove a filter.

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Change the graphic theme on your list

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by assigning it a colour or photo.

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View or high tasks you have completed.

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Print.

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This list And finally pinned

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this list to the start menu.

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To validate the task you have

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completed simply check the month,

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they will disappear from the list.

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If you choose to hide completed

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task or will appear scratch if you

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choose to display all your tasks.

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