To create a Todoist task: Click the '.' Option on any message. Select 'More actions'. Choose 'Add task to Todoist' or 'Add to Inbox'. Fill in the details for your task and press 'Add'. Your task will be added to Todoist, press the link in the name of the task to return to the conversation on Teams. Microsoft Teams integration added for Todoist. Posted by 1 month ago. Microsoft Teams integration added for Todoist. While Todoist is best known as a personal productivity tool, you can use it to delegate, set due dates, share files, add comments to tasks, and track the progress of team projects. Both the apps follow the tried and tested formula here.

Carl Pullein has recently shared his top 10 tips and hacks to get the most out of Todoist.

Carl is a productivity specialist, presenter, and author, he runs a successful YouTube channel and works with busy people and teams helping them to be more productive and get things done.

This is a really fantastic list and you’ll find so much value from it in video form.

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This is a shortlist of all of the recommendations for taking your Todoist to expert.

1. Native App

Use the Todoist native app instead of the web version because it’s more reliable and it allows you to easily add tasks.

2. Keyboard Shortcuts

Get used to taking vantage of the keyboard shortcuts. You can find and set them up in the Preferences section of the Todoist Settings.

3. Dashboard

Create a customized dashboard using filters and set it as the home page of your desktop app. This way, you’ll have a clear overall view of what needs to get done.

4. Mobile Start Page

Additionally, you can create a customized starting page on your mobile device based on what you want to see when you open the app.

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5. Make the App Accessible

Be sure to place Todoist in an accessible place on your smartphone, this way, you’ll be able to use it more easily.

6. Today List

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Create a today list for your 10 most important tasks.

7. Closing Down Session

Spend 10-15 mins at the end of the day to do a closing down session. Carl uses the Golden 10 filter showing all the tasks to be done and the inbox.

8. Drafts App

Use the Drafts app on iOS to quickly add tasks from your iPhone and Apple Watch.

9. Weekly Review

Do your weekly review on your desktop app, so you can easily see your active projects and have a better view of your tasks.

10. Don’t Copy Someone Else’s Filters

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When you create filters, try to think of what you need to see displayed or filtered, don’t try to copy someone else’s filters.

Bonus: Do What Works For You

Just like filters, don’t copy someone else’s system when you set up your Todoist account. You can get ideas by other people’s set ups but create what works for you.

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Microsoft Teams is your hub for collaboration — it lets you connect with the people, content, and tools you need to get work done. Whether you’re using it to start a video chat, schedule meetings, send a GIF, or securely share documents, this tool helps your whole team stay on the same page.

When you connect Todoist with Microsoft Teams, you’ll be able to collaborate even more effectively. You can keep projects on track by sharing tasks with collaborators or generate new to-dos right from messages shared in your Microsoft Teams account. It’s never been easier to work together!

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Todoist Teams Integration

• Remember it all by easily turning messages into to-dos without switching between apps.

• Keep those tasks top of mind by setting the project, priority level, and due date directly in Microsoft Teams.

• Effortlessly share Todoist tasks and details from inside Microsoft Teams and keep your teammates in the loop.