Todo.txt

Simple app for managing tasks in your todo.txt file [Dropbox/Google Drive/Local]

Manage tasks on the go, synced to a simple text file you control.

Simple task manager backed by a todo.txt file that you own and control. Syncs with Google Drive, Dropbox, or local files.

Todo.txt (http://todotxt.org/) is a simple, text file based system for managing tasks across platforms. This app supports all core features of the todo.txt format, and some more. It is fully compatible with the Todo.txt CLI and the Chrome extension (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/todotxt-for-chrome-simple/mndijfcodpjlhgjcpcbhncjakaboedbl).

Core functionality:

- Create, List, Search, Edit, Delete tasks

- Sync with a todo.txt file stored in Dropbox or Google Drive

- Add, remove or change due dates, priorities, projects, contexts, tags,...

- Fast and powerful search with special operators

- Filter task list by project, completed, incomplete, due status, priority, ...

- Save regular searches as filters, and use them across the app and widgets

- Dynamic app shortcuts to open to any saved filter or project

- Home screen widgets

- task list widget (large), and

- task count widgets (small)

- Daily due task notifications

Other features:

- App shortcuts

- quickly add tasks

- list due tasks

- Custom task list sorting order

- Customisable swipe actions

- Show/hide threshold tasks

- Import and export tasks from other files or apps

… and a lot more

Some features are available to paid supporters only.

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Actively developed for Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later. Apps for Android 6 & 7 are available but will not be updated from January 2020.

Syncs files with Dropbox, Google Drive, local text files, or use the app directly without any syncing features.

Only available in English.

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PERMISSIONS

FULL NETWORK ACCESS: To sync to Dropbox and Google Drive

VIEW NETWORK CONNECTIONS: To determine whether or not syncing is possible.

RUN AT STARTUP: Only runs at startup if automatic background sync is enabled in settings

PREVENT PHONE FROM SLEEPING: Only used on pre-Oreo devices to handle actions from Notification

DROPBOX FULL ACCESS: Requires full access to your Dropbox account so that you can freely choose your todo.txt file's location (and so that other apps can access it as well). Dropbox access is only required if syncing with Dropbox.

GOOGLE DRIVE FULL ACCESS: Requires full access to be able to choose your files from where-ever you may have stored them. After initial selection, only selected files (todo.txt and archive.txt) are accessed. Google Drive access is only required if syncing with Google Drive.

What's New in the Latest Version 2024.0620.5.1.0-hermione

Last updated on Jun 26, 2024

Supporter subscriptions have been completely removed.

* All features are free to use
* Existing subscriptions have been cancelled

Experimental calendar view has been removed.

Todo.txt is a simple and effective task management system that utilizes a plain text file to store tasks. It follows the "Getting Things Done" (GTD) methodology, which emphasizes breaking down large tasks into smaller, actionable items.

Core Principles

* One Task Per Line: Each task is represented by a single line of text in the todo.txt file.

* Plain Text Format: The file is stored in a plain text format, compatible with any text editor.

* Tagging: Tasks can be organized and filtered using tags, which are appended to the task description.

Task Syntax

Tasks are formatted according to the following syntax:

```

[priority] [context] [project] [due date] [tags] task description

```

* Priority: Optional, represents the importance of the task (e.g., A, B, C).

* Context: Optional, indicates the location or situation where the task should be performed.

* Project: Optional, specifies the project or category the task belongs to.

* Due Date: Optional, sets a deadline for the task.

* Tags: Optional, allows for categorization and filtering of tasks.

Commands

Todo.txt provides a set of simple commands to manipulate tasks:

* Add: Adds a new task to the file.

* List: Displays all tasks in the file.

* Edit: Modifies an existing task.

* Delete: Removes a task from the file.

* Filter: Lists tasks based on criteria such as tags or context.

Workflow

The typical workflow with Todo.txt involves:

* Capturing Tasks: Write down every task that comes to mind, one task per line.

* Organizing Tasks: Use tags and contexts to categorize tasks and prioritize them.

* Reviewing and Processing: Regularly review your task list and decide which tasks to focus on.

* Completing Tasks: Mark tasks as complete when they are finished.

Benefits

Todo.txt offers several advantages:

* Simplicity: The plain text format and simple commands make it easy to use and maintain.

* Portability: The text file can be easily transferred between devices and shared with others.

* Flexibility: Tasks can be customized with tags and contexts to suit individual needs.

* Focus: By breaking down tasks into smaller steps, Todo.txt promotes clarity and helps focus on what needs to be done.

* Integration: Todo.txt can be integrated with other tools and applications for enhanced functionality.