Bonus: Give me some subject-line trickery to define the List/Project and/or a due date, and we’re golden. I’ll change the subject line to my task name, & the system needs to turn the body into a Note on that task. What I mostly need is to FORWARD emails to my task manager. I don’t profit much by being able to email myself one or more task names in a list (as opposed to just opening the app or page and typing them in directly) – couple of clicks, max. There are two reasons, however, why I couldn’t use it… at least not yet:ġ. The UI is great, the portability is great, and so on. I’ve used a LOT of task-managers (Todoist, RTM, Toodledo, GQueues… etc.), and I think Wunderlist is very loveable. Wunderlist lets me do this, again staying within one tool. I often will create temporary lists for short term projects or endeavors. Miscellaneous Lists – I love the ability to have impromptu lists without resorting to Post-Its or scraps of paper.

This can be very powerful whether it is shared tasks at work or the shopping list shared between spouses. Shared Lists – Wunderlist allows you to share list with others.By “starring” tasks, they show up in my one master Today list. Wunderlist makes this easy with their “Star” feature. Simply the things that I must complete today. Today List – While I keep a large task list, I usually work from a Today List.Just another way that your list has your back. Like other iOS notifications, they will pop-up on the appointed day and time to remind you of the todo. Reminders – On the iPhone and iPad apps, in addition to due dates, you can set reminders.(Subject is the list you want to add to, and put todos in the body of the message.) This is handy when you are working your email and need to add a todo based on a message you received. Simply email and your task is added to your Wunderlist. Email to List – Here is a lesser known feature: you can email todos to your Wunderlist.The best part is that Wunderlist keeps everything magically in sync across all devices. I use it on my iMac, laptop, iPhone, iPad, and even on the web. Wunderlist is Everywhere – I use Wunderlist everywhere.Yet, I can view all of today’s tasks across lists. In Wunderlist, I have separate lists for Work and Life. I have one list, yet I separate it by different areas of my life. Separate Lists – Here is a corollary to the One Tool principle.

When I am going about my day and have a great thought for a post topic, I quickly add it to my list. For example, I have a “TMN Blog Topics” list. However, when I have a simple idea, I drop it in a Wunderlist list. I am a big user of Evernote for my notes, clippings, etc.

Idea Capture – I use Wunderlist not only for todos, but also for idea capture.

Compare that with todo apps where you have to enter the due date, context, priority, and the weather.

Keeping it Simple – As I have stated, one of the best features of Wunderlist is its simplicity.

Wunderlist allows me keep all my todos in one place, yet separated and viewable how I want to see them.

One Tool for All Todos – I often talk about the “Power of 1.” That is, having one tool for each area of your time management system.

In all its simplicity, it is easy to overlook some of the powerful ways to use Wunderlist: I like Wunderlist because it strikes a great balance between features and functionality. In the long run, complex tools are unsustainable, and often end up sitting unused in a drawer. However, your time management system should not be too complex. You should always choose tools that you will use. There are some who will prefer more complex task managers. Simplicity and effectiveness over features and bloat. I am big believer in the simplest tool to get the job done. However, behind that slick interface lies some powerful features and means to use it. It is pleasant to look at, s imple and intuitive to use, and it keeps unused features out of your way.” “Wunderlist gets an A for its user interface design. Wunderlist is a straightforward app that lets you track your tasks while staying out of your way.

Wunderlist is so simple, that it may seem flippant to ask, “How do you use it?” Today, I thought I would explore some of its powerful uses and some lesser known features, as well. Recently, I have been asked quite a few times about how I use Wunderlist. In my original article, I gave an overview of Wunderlist and its design. Wunderlist is a wonderfully simple and effective app to manage your todos. A few months ago, I made the switch to Wunderlist as my task list.

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