Outlook - Presentation of the task module Tutorial

In this video, you will learn about the task module in Microsoft Outlook.
The module allows you to combine and improve your to-do lists with reminders and follow-ups.
You can access your tasks by clicking on the icon in the Navigation at the bottom left.
The video covers how to navigate the module, change the display, customize views, mark tasks as completed, and utilize different available views.
This will help you better organize and manage your tasks in Outlook.

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Objectifs :

This document aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the Integrated Module Tasks in Outlook, highlighting its features, functionalities, and benefits for task management and organization.


Chapitres :

  1. Introduction to Integrated Module Tasks in Outlook
    Managing tasks effectively is crucial for productivity. Many individuals use various methods such as paper lists, OneNote, or spreadsheets to keep track of their to-dos. The Integrated Module Tasks in Outlook offers a streamlined solution by allowing users to combine multiple task lists and enhance them with reminders and follow-ups.
  2. Accessing Your Tasks
    To access your tasks, click on the icon located in the Navigation pane at the bottom left of Outlook. The module consists of a folder pane, a To Do List, and an optional reading pane. Under the 'My Tasks' section, you will find two folders: the To Do List and the Tasks display. The To Do List includes tasks created from the module as well as tasks from emails with follow-up flags, while the Tasks display only shows those created within the module.
  3. Customizing Your Task View
    The Home tab in Outlook provides commands specifically for task management. Users can change the display settings to view tasks in a detailed format or in a multi-column layout for sorting. For instance, sorting by due date allows users to prioritize urgent tasks. To customize views, navigate to the View tab and click on View Settings, where you can define which columns to display, add or remove columns as needed.
  4. Using the Reading Pane
    The default view for the To Do list is ListView. When you click on a task, it appears in the reading pane on the right. If the reading pane is turned off, double-clicking the task will open it in a new window. Within the task, you can update its progress and mark it as completed using the 'Mark As Completed' button in the ribbon or by right-clicking the task.
  5. Managing Task Views
    By clicking the small arrow next to the Current View group, you can explore additional views. Options include displaying only active tasks, completed tasks, tasks due today, or those due in the next seven days. It is advisable to keep the overdue tasks list empty for better task management.
  6. Assigning and Tracking Tasks
    The Assign Tasks feature allows users to delegate tasks to others. Additionally, Server Tasks are available for users with an Office 365 or Exchange account. For visibility outside the module, users can pin a preview of their tasks to the right of their email. A contextual tab will provide various tools to refine task management and tracking.
  7. Conclusion
    Effective task management is essential for maintaining organization and productivity. The Integrated Module Tasks in Outlook provides users with powerful tools to manage their tasks efficiently, ensuring that they stay on top of their responsibilities and deadlines.

FAQ :

How can I access my tasks in Outlook?

You can access your tasks by clicking on the task icon located in the Navigation pane at the bottom left of Outlook.

What is the difference between the To Do List and the Tasks display in Outlook?

The To Do List shows both tasks created from the module and tasks created from emails with follow-up flags, while the Tasks display only shows tasks created in the module.

Can I customize the view of my To Do List in Outlook?

Yes, you can customize the view by clicking on View Settings, where you can define which columns are displayed and how tasks are sorted.

What happens to completed tasks in Outlook?

Completed tasks are not deleted; they can be displayed separately, and you can choose to view only active tasks or completed tasks.

How do I delegate tasks to others in Outlook?

You can assign tasks to others by using the Assign Tasks feature, which allows you to delegate responsibilities within Outlook.


Quelques cas d'usages :

Project Management

Use the Integrated Module Task in Outlook to manage project tasks, assign responsibilities to team members, and track progress to ensure timely completion.

Email Follow-ups

Utilize the follow-up flag feature to create tasks from important emails, ensuring that you stay on top of critical communications and deadlines.

Personal Task Organization

Leverage the To Do List in Outlook to organize personal tasks, set reminders, and prioritize daily activities for better time management.

Team Collaboration

Assign tasks to colleagues within Outlook to enhance collaboration, allowing for clear accountability and tracking of team responsibilities.

Task Visibility Across Devices

Pin a preview of your tasks to the right of your email in Outlook to maintain visibility of your responsibilities, even when not in the task module.


Glossaire :

OneNote

A digital note-taking application that allows users to organize notes, tasks, and information in a flexible manner.

Outlook

A personal information manager from Microsoft that includes email, calendar, task management, and contact management features.

To Do List

A list of tasks that need to be completed, which can be created and managed within Outlook.

Task

An item on a To Do List that represents a specific action or work that needs to be completed.

Follow-up flag

A feature in Outlook that allows users to mark an email for follow-up, creating a task associated with that email.

View Settings

Options in Outlook that allow users to customize how tasks and lists are displayed, including which columns are shown.

Mark As Completed

A function in Outlook that allows users to indicate that a task has been finished, removing it from the active list.

Server Tasks

Tasks that are managed through a server, requiring an Office 365 or Exchange account for access.

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of things to do on paper, in OneNote,
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or in a spreadsheet, etc.
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Module Tasks Integrated in Outlook,
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allow you to combine several lists
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and even improve them with reminders and followups.
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You can access your tasks by clicking
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on the icon in the Navigation at the bottom left.
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This module consists of a folder pane,
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the To Do List, and a reading pane if it is turned on.
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First of all, you can see two folders
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under the section My Tasks.
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The difference is that the To Do List
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shows both tasks created from the module,
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but also tasks created from an email
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on which a followup flag was assigned
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while the tasks display just those created in the module.
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In both cases, the display can be changed independently.
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You will notice that the Home tab has changed
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to offer commands for the task
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and it is in this tab that you can choose
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a different display.
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For example, if I want to have a detailed view
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for the To Do list.
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Also, take the view that offers several columns
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allowing you to perform sorting
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by clicking on the various headings.
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For example, to sort by due date,
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to have visibility on the most urgent tasks to complete.
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These views can also be customized in the View tab.
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Click on View Settings.
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In this window you can, for example,
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define which columns will be displayed.
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For example, here I can remove a column
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which I did not need
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or add one that was not previously displayed.
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Let's review in List View of the To Do list
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which is used by default.
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Clicking on a task, it appears in
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the reading pane on the right.
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If the reading pane is set to off,
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you can double click the task to open it in a new window.
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When you open a task, you have the option to change
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and check the state of progress.
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When a task is completed,
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the Mark As Completed button is present
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in the ribbon to perform this action
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but also by performing a right click on the task
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thus the task disappears from the list.
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By clicking on the small arrow
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next to the Current View group,
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I discover more available views.
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I can decide to display only the active tasks,
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those that are completed, completed tasks
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are therefore not totally deleted.
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I can choose to display only the tasks
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to do for today or those for the next seven days.
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Overdue tasks, it is obviously preferable
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that this list be empty.
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Assign Tasks are the tasks delegated to others.
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And finally, Server Tasks with the condition
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of having an Office 365 or Exchange account.
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If you want visibility in your tasks
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when you're not in this module,
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you can pin a preview to the right
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of your email, for example.
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The research is also present.
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A contextual tab will offer various tools to refine it.
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Management and tracking of tasks is essential.
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The Integrated Module Task in Outlook
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will help you for better organization.

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