What Is Google Tasks?
Google Tasks is a place where you can make lists of items or tasks you need to do and cross them out when you complete them. You can create multiple lists, so there can be one for the grocery store, another for the hardware store, and a list of tasks that need doing before you start a remodeling project. Google Tasks works alongside Google Calendar, so tasks you create for the remodeling project, for example, can have due dates.
Why Would You Want Google Tasks?
Managing paper notes is a tried and true to-do method, but a magnetic grocery list stuck to the refrigerator isn’t efficient and sticky notes can litter a desk. Google Tasks is an all-in-one list maker and task organizer, and if you use Google products like Gmail or Google Calendar, you have access to it. Google is known for making solid no-thrills products that are simplified and easy to use, which describes Google Tasks perfectly. It may not compete with apps such as Todoist in terms of features, but it’s perfect if you want something to keep track of shopping lists or track items on your to-do list. And, it’s free. The best part is that your task lists exist in the cloud and are stored on Google computers and not yours. Access your grocery list or tasks from your desktop PC, laptop, tablet, or smartphone, and it’s the same list. You can create the grocery list on your computer at home and view it on your smartphone while you’re in the store.
How to Open Google Tasks in Gmail
The easiest way to access Google Tasks is through the Gmail website. It allows you to use Google Tasks alongside your email and makes it easy to take to-do items emailed to you and move them to Google Tasks.
How to Access Google Tasks in Google Calendar
You can also check the status of your tasks and add new ones while viewing your calendar. By default, Google Calendar shows reminders rather than tasks, but it’s easy to switch views.
How to Access Google Tasks on Your Smartphone
If you have an Android device or an iPhone, you can use the Google Tasks app on your smartphone.
If you have an iPhone, download Google Tasks on the App Store. If you have an Android smartphone such as a Samsung Galaxy, Motorola Moto, or Google Pixel, download Google Tasks from the Google Play store. To access Google Tasks on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device in a web browser, go to https://mail.google.com/tasks/canvas. It’s a great way to get quick access to Tasks on a smartphone or tablet, but it’s not as full-featured as the app.
