Managing Tasks with GNOME To Do

Introduction

GNOME To Do is a task management application integrated with the GNOME desktop environment, designed to help users organize and track tasks and to-do lists efficiently. This tutorial will walk you through the installation and usage of GNOME To Do on Debian platforms.

Installation

Method 1: Using APT (Recommended)

1. Open a terminal window.
2. Update the package list:

   sudo apt update
   

3. Install GNOME To Do:

   sudo apt install gnome-todo
   

Method 2: Software Center

1. Open the Software Center from the application menu.
2. Search for “GNOME To Do.”
3. Click on the GNOME To Do application and select “Install.”

Usage

Launching GNOME To Do

1. You can launch GNOME To Do by searching for it in the application menu or by running gnome-todo in the terminal.

Adding Tasks

1. Click on the “+” button or press Ctrl + N to add a new task.
2. Enter the task details, such as title, due date, and description.
3. Press Enter to save the task.

Managing Tasks

1. To mark a task as complete, click on the checkbox next to the task title.
2. To edit a task, double-click on the task or select “Edit” from the task’s context menu.
3. To delete a task, right-click on the task and select “Delete.”

Organizing Tasks

1. You can organize tasks into different lists or categories by clicking on the “New List” button or selecting “New List” from the File menu.
2. Drag and drop tasks between lists to move them.

Syncing with Online Accounts

1. GNOME To Do supports synchronization with online accounts, such as Google or Nextcloud, allowing you to access your tasks from multiple devices.
2. Click on the gear icon in the top right corner and select “Online Accounts” to configure synchronization.

Conclusion

GNOME To Do provides a simple and intuitive interface for managing tasks and to-do lists on Debian systems. By following this tutorial, you should now be able to install GNOME To Do and effectively organize your tasks using its features and functionalities.