# 2020-12-27 << [[2020-12-26]] | [[2020-12-28]]>> ## Today's Log ```dataview LIST FROM [[2020-12-27]] and -"Plans" and -"resources" ``` ### Today ```tasks scheduled (on) 2020-12-27 hide backlink ``` ## Tasks #### Over Due Writing ```tasks not done due before 2020-12-27 sort by due hide backlink ``` #### Due Soon Writing ```tasks not done sort by due due after 2020-12-27 hide backlink ``` #### Over schedule Reading ```tasks not done scheduled before 2020-12-26 sort by due hide backlink ``` #### Due Soon Reading ```tasks not done sort by due scheduled after {{date+1:YYYY-MM-DD}} scheduled before 2021-01-03 hide backlink ``` #### No Due Date ```tasks not done no due date ``` ## Logbook - [x] [Tap this to-do](things:///show?id=NWAAtiyzsYREfmc7jTiiHu) You’re looking at a to-do! Complete it by tapping the checkbox on the left. Completed to-dos are collected at the bottom of your project. - [x] [Create a new to-do](things:///show?id=Sgv9c3STpuAqx7Jyk29TxE) Your turn – collapse this to-do, then tap the blue “+” button. - [x] [Put this to-do in Today](things:///show?id=5d3DNq3T7tvUumVkzYcF6E) Tap the calendar button below to decide when you’ll do this to-do. Choose Today. - [x] [Sync your devices](things:///show?id=JPsCV5oGhRzXaxa7kM1tyn) Things Cloud keeps your to-dos in sync across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Go to Things’ Settings → Things Cloud to create a free account. Even if you only use one device, you should still create a Things Cloud account – this ensures your data is always safely backed up. - [x] [You’re done!](things:///show?id=SdxBGXkwWHXFiZ2r4mhhnw) That’s all you really need to know. Feel free to start adding your own projects and to-dos. You can come back to this project later to learn the advanced features below. When you’re done with it, complete it by tapping the progress ring at the top. We hope you’ll enjoy using Things! - [x] [Make your to-dos repeat](things:///show?id=Lz51qvWPzGfRNuf6Pu6KVp) There are some things you do every few days, weeks, or months. Create a repeating to-do and Things will automatically remind you on the right day. It’s a great time-saver, and makes you consistent! To make a to-do repeat, tap ••• in the toolbar below and choose Repeat. - [x] [Create a project](things:///show?id=VdcFVqoEx6YfCvQ8xE4S8o) On to bigger things! In the bottom left corner of the screen, tap “+ New List” to add a project of your own. - [x] [Drag the plus button!](things:///show?id=K1sjW2L7B7scb55acnAUPQ) That blue button you see at the bottom of each screen is more powerful than it looks – it was made to move! - [x] [Use timely reminders](things:///show?id=4gbomaGca5M7DQ7nJoAW5w) It’s a great habit to check your Today list every morning to see what’s on your plate. But for those to-dos you absolutely cannot miss, adding reminders will give you peace of mind. Tap the calendar button below, then tap Add Reminder, and set a time. - [x] [Enable the Today Widget](things:///show?id=9UPWLTWHonDKXTjHR9Rmge) Things’ widget lets you quickly view your Today list while working in other apps. To enable it: - [x] [Search and navigate](things:///show?id=ADagani8g7sxLjMZK9Uu19) Finding things is super easy with Quick Find. Collapse this to-do, scroll to the top of the project, and pull down to reveal search. Then just start typing – the name of a list, project, to-do, or tag – and be taken there instantly. - [x] [Plan your evening](things:///show?id=X5QdidBXQ15SESf8GfX31) As you use Things to manage both your work and personal life, you’ll find it convenient to set some of your to-dos aside for later in the day. Tap the calendar button below and choose “This Evening”. - [x] [Enable the Share Extension](things:///show?id=5DjF4DvsC4BjZdiKBkJB4q) Things’ Share Extension lets you quickly create to-dos from other apps. To enable it: - [x] [Show your calendar events](things:///show?id=KFKi9DyL7nppgKz3YN4zks) You can connect your calendars to Things and see all of your events and to-dos together. Go to Things’ Settings → Calendar Events to turn it on. - [x] [Go step by step](things:///show?id=4Zgqm2TzifE6RqW9hBb31z) Break a to-do down into smaller steps by adding a checklist. You could use it to track a daily routine, pack a suitcase, make a grocery list, and so on. And who knew it was so easy to make peanut butter cookies? 😃 - [x] [Get Things for Mac and iPhone](things:///show?id=4qKea6ss9ACn5z8iHojgtZ) Complete your set up with the powerful desktop app, Things for Mac. culturedcode.com/things/mac/ Review and organize your to-dos with Things for iPhone. culturedcode.com/things/iphone/ - [x] [Stay in the loop](things:///show?id=2AuRJoQ6obwXxJsTVnYzhG) Be the first to know about the latest features and developments. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, or sign up for our Newsletter. culturedcode.com/follow/ - [x] [Reorder your to-dos](things:///show?id=MU7o7WKDQSPCZ8VzeNVERU) To reorder your list, tap and hold a to-do, then drag it to where it should go. - [x] [Swipe for shortcuts](things:///show?id=D7E1jXKu8xpgLbH62pz5sT) Want to quickly postpone a to-do? → Swipe it right Want to edit multiple to-dos at once? ← Swipe them left Collapse this to-do and give it a try. - [x] [Quickly add to Inbox](things:///show?id=S81sVvktTLrzwJ3fZAc5Si) No matter which list you’re in, you can quickly add to-dos to your Inbox. Start dragging the plus button, then drop it on the Inbox shortcut that appears on the left side. - [x] [Any questions? We’re here to help!](things:///show?id=TFFxoUHgQQMWMoimMZKcZw) If you have any questions, we have a great collection of support articles on our website. You can also send us a message and we’ll be glad to help! culturedcode.com/support/ - [x] [Please rate the app](things:///show?id=Q9S2phFdfmUvNzEv3beZkt) If you like Things, please rate it in the App Store – this makes a huge difference! culturedcode.com/things/ipad/rate/ - [x] [Plan this to-do for later](things:///show?id=We5aXgd6DyLxJqQ4MtmvPG) Tap the calendar button again, but this time, choose a date in the future. It will automatically appear in your Today list when the day comes. Upcoming to-dos are grouped together at the bottom of each section. - [x] [Tag your to-dos](things:///show?id=FQLGbKE5bFzjrK7mFx6Jp5) Tags allow you to customize your workflow in Things. For example, you can… • Use tags for places like “Office” or “Home”. • Tag all your “Errands”. • Prioritize to-dos with an “Important” tag. • Tag the things you’re working on with “Kate”. • Or you can invent your own tags. To add a tag, tap the tag button below. To see all to-dos with a given tag, use Quick Find to search for it. - [x] [Convert to project](things:///show?id=KLQQLt71j2bjqpousEBDdv) Sometimes you might create a to-do, but realize later that it’s actually a more complex project. No problem! In the toolbar below, tap ••• and choose Convert. These checklist items will become to-dos inside your new project: - [x] [Try using Siri with Things](things:///show?id=PmWKgKPLjMwPMEeaJCuzjF) You can use Siri to quickly add new to-dos or show a list. Go to Things’ Settings → Siri & Shortcuts to set it up. - [x] [Learn the basics](things:///show?id=9PsxHjfmC1gQCTns9T2ora) - [x] [Tune your setup](things:///show?id=EXtYruGFBxSxSnZsCdg7wg) - [x] [Boost your productivity](things:///show?id=7YBo2ud1xV2TBkrMeVaSjr) - [x] [Before you go…](things:///show?id=F6kukdcPrYi8spfvYnWjbR) - [x] [Plan this to-do for later](things:///show?id=4VrTt1buFenZ4dRMritRF6) Click the calendar button again, but this time, choose a date in the future. It will automatically appear in your Today list when the day comes. Upcoming to-dos are grouped together at the bottom of each section. - [x] [Create a new heading](things:///show?id=AqRJqoinQntihkdnJxWXR4) Go to File → New Heading to create a heading, then drag a to-do under it. - [x] [Create a project](things:///show?id=JfExmiPqtLqdh28nVMDzGz) On to bigger things! At the bottom of the sidebar, click “+ New List” to add a project of your own.