Task keyboard shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts help you manage tasks faster without reaching for your mouse. Learn the task-specific shortcuts to boost your productivity.

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Task list shortcuts

When viewing a task list:

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Quick actions

Select a task first, then use these shortcuts:

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Multi-select

Select multiple tasks for bulk actions: With multiple tasks selected:

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Task detail view

When viewing a single task:

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Navigation

Move between task views:

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Due date picker

When the date picker is open:

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Priority shortcuts

When setting priority:

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Command palette

Access task actions via the command palette:

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Useful task commands

• “New task” — Create a task
• “My tasks” — View tasks assigned to you
• “Overdue tasks” — View past-due tasks
• “Today’s tasks” — View tasks due today

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Tips for efficiency

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Learn the essentials first

Start with these five shortcuts:

1. N — New task
2. Space — Toggle complete
3. D — Set due date
4. A — Assign
5. Enter — Open task

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Use vim-style navigation

If you’re comfortable with vim:

• J moves down (like ↓)
• K moves up (like ↑)

This keeps your fingers on the home row.

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Combine with filters

1. Press F to open filters
2. Filter to specific tasks
3. Use ⌘ A to select all
4. Apply bulk action

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Quick task entry

For rapid task creation:

1. Press N to create
2. Type the title
3. Press D and use date shortcuts
4. Press A to assign
5. Press ⌘ Enter to save

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Customization

Task keyboard shortcuts cannot currently be customized. They follow standard conventions that should feel familiar from other productivity apps.

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Reference

For the complete keyboard shortcut reference including non-task shortcuts, see Keyboard shortcuts.

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Next steps