Tasks and lists
Your shared to-do list: add tasks, give them to yourself or your partner, set due dates, and keep them in lists so nobody wonders who was doing what.
Tasks is your shared to-do list designed for couples. Keep track of everything from grocery runs to appointment bookings, assign tasks to yourself or your partner, and never forget who was supposed to do what.
Viewing TasksLink to this part
Tasks by listLink to this part
Tasks can be organized into lists. By default, you'll see all tasks grouped by their list:
- All Lists - Shows all tasks grouped by list
- No List - Tasks that haven't been assigned to any list
- Your custom lists - Lists you've created (Groceries, Home, etc.)
Use the dropdown at the top to filter by a specific list.
Completed TasksLink to this part
By default, completed tasks are hidden. Tap the checkbox icon in the header to toggle showing completed tasks.
Empty StatesLink to this part
The app shows different messages depending on your task status:
All tasks complete:
- Title: "All done!"
- Message: "Time for a well-deserved break. Or more tasks. Your call."
No tasks at all:
- Title: "Nothing to do?"
- Message: "Add tasks like 'Buy milk (again)' or 'Book that thing we keep forgetting'"
Creating TasksLink to this part
Tap the + button to create a new task. You can set:
Title (Required)Link to this part
What needs to be done. The title supports @mentions - for example, you can mention a saved location like "@Target" or a person like "@Mom".
Description (Optional)Link to this part
Add more details about the task. This also supports @mentions.
Due Date (Optional)Link to this part
When the task should be completed. You can set:
- Date - The day the task is due
- Time - A specific time (or toggle "Any time" if the time doesn't matter)
Tasks with due dates appear in the appropriate Feed sections (Today, This Week, Later).
Assigned To (Optional)Link to this part
Assign the task to yourself or your partner. This makes it clear who's responsible. Options:
- Me - Assigned to you
- Partner - Assigned to your partner
- Unassigned - No one specifically assigned
When you assign a task to your partner, they receive a notification.
List (Optional)Link to this part
Which task list the task belongs to. You can create and manage lists in Settings > Task Lists.
Category (Optional)Link to this part
Categorize tasks for better organization. Categories have custom colors that appear on task cards.
Link to Event (Optional)Link to this part
Connect a task to a related event. Useful for tasks like "Buy cake" linked to "Birthday Party" event.
VisibilityLink to this part
- Shared - Both you and your partner can see this task
- Private - Only you can see this task
PinnedLink to this part
Pin important tasks so they appear at the top of your Feed.
Task ActionsLink to this part
Quick CompleteLink to this part
Tap the checkbox icon on any task to mark it complete (or incomplete if already done). You'll feel a haptic tap when you complete a task.
Task Card ActionsLink to this part
Long press on a task to reveal actions:
- Pin/Unpin - Toggle whether the task is pinned
- Mark Complete/Incomplete - Toggle completion status
- Edit - Open the task detail screen
- Delete - Remove the task (with confirmation)
You can also swipe on tasks to reveal quick actions.
Viewing DetailsLink to this part
Tap any task to open its detail screen where you can:
- Edit all fields
- See when it was created and last updated
- See who completed it (if completed)
- Delete the task
Task StatusLink to this part
OverdueLink to this part
Tasks past their due date show with a red color and a warning indicator. They appear prominently in the Feed's "Today" section.
CompletedLink to this part
Completed tasks show with a green checkmark. The task records:
- When it was completed
- Who completed it (you or your partner)
Pinned tasksLink to this part
Pinned tasks show with a pin icon and appear in the "Pinned" section of your Feed for quick access.
PrivateLink to this part
Private tasks show with a lock icon. Only you can see them.
Task ListsLink to this part
Task lists help organize related tasks. You can manage them in Settings > Task Lists.
Creating a ListLink to this part
In Settings > Task Lists, tap Add List to create a new list. You can set:
- Name - What the list is called (e.g., "Groceries", "Home Projects")
- Icon - Choose from available icons
- Color - Pick a color for the list
Organizing TasksLink to this part
When creating or editing a task, select which list it belongs to from the List dropdown.
List ColorsLink to this part
Each list has a color that appears in the task screen, making it easy to visually distinguish between lists.
TipsLink to this part
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Use lists for recurring categories - Create lists for things like Groceries, Home, Appointments so tasks are organized automatically
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Assign for accountability - Assigning tasks makes it clear who's responsible and prevents duplicated effort
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Pin sparingly - Only pin truly important tasks, otherwise your Pinned section becomes overwhelming
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Set due dates for deadlines - Tasks with due dates appear in your Feed, helping you stay on top of what's coming
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Mark complete immediately - When you finish a task, mark it complete right away so both you and your partner know it's done
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Use @mentions for context - Mention a location or person in your task description to add helpful context
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Toggle completed to review - Periodically show completed tasks to review what's been accomplished
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Use "Any time" for flexible tasks - If a task is due on a certain day but not at a specific time, toggle "Any time" to hide the time picker
Last updated: December 2025
Updated 29 June 2026
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- How toNotesA flexible shared space for what you both need to remember: shopping lists, gift ideas, contacts, recipes, or a shared journal.
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