Implement the INBOX (GTD method)
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zlatzlat
Please implement the INBOX functionality (as per the GTD method). This is a kind of storage for tasks without details (due date/time, context, folder, etc. - only name). Very useful to put there tasks during some period (hour, couple of hours) and then review them and put to the right place.
P.S. I do not say a "folder" in relation to the INBOX as Toodledo uses the "folder" as kind of project to separated tasks.
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jaysa_k
I have all newly added tasks default to a context "Newly Added" which is essentially my inbox. You could do this with a folder or any of the other customizable fields to use as you inbox. I think even when I add a task through Alexa/IFTTT or a bookmarklet, I can set the same new task default.
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Laura2019
Genuine question.
I've been using a folder as an inbox and just type "quick and dirty" descriptions of what I'm thinking and then come back and sort with appropriate details later. I've set this inbox folder as my default for new entries.
Why isn't this a good option for you? (Wondering if there is a GTD nuance I'm missing)
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Pete Griffin
Why not make a folder called .inbox and a context called .inbox. Then the .inbox folder comes to the top of your folder list and the .inbox context comes at the top of your context list. Then set your new task defaults to these for direct entry or via email. Works a treat for me!
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J.O.D. 2024
I understand why for some this would be great to include e. g. in the My Tasks lists (alongside the All/Starred/Hotlist), only remember that each task must have a priority, be it -1 or else. Me, I am with User1346767710 - saved searches are my option.
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aberson
I use a saved search for this.
All tasks much have a Context AND at least one of the following - otherwise they show up in my saved search named "Unprocessed":
- Start Date
- Due Date
- Starred
- non-negative priority
So basically if I use the bookmarklet, or "+ Add task", or the email method, the new task ends up in Unprocessed
