What is the Task Manager?
The Task Manager is a highly requested tool designed to help you organize your workflow directly within Focusmate. Since this is an early Labs experiment, expect some bugs and potential changes as we refine the experience.
Where can I find the Task Manager?
It lives in the right-hand panel of your dashboard. If you know you're added to Focusmate Labs but don’t see the Task Manager, please refresh your browser to get the latest version of the app.
Does everyone have access?
Not yet. Currently, the Task Manager is an early experiment with very limited access. We'll gradually expand access to the wider community.
How do I add or edit a task?
Simply click the 'New task' button at the top of the Task Manager and type your task into the input field to add it. Click on an existing task to edit it.
How do I add a task to a Focusmate session?
First, book a session as you normally would. Then, in the Task Manager, hover over a task, click the 'calendar' button, and click the session you want to add the task to.
To remove a task from a session, simply hover over a task and click the remove task button. You can also drag the task away into another session or into the Unscheduled section.
Can my session partner see my tasks?
Yes, your tasks are visible to your partners to help with mutual accountability. However, during this initial testing phase, your partner will only see them if they are also part of the Labs testing program.
How do I keep specific details private?
Every task has a "Notes" property. Information entered here—such as email addresses, links, or specific details—is private and will never be visible to your partner.
How do I reorder my list?
The Task Manager supports drag and drop. You can click and hold a task to:
Reorder: Change its order in your list
Make it a subtask: Drag it below and to the right of an existing task (drag away an subtask to make it independent)
Can I categorize my tasks?
You can use "Categories" to organize your tasks by project or life area (e.g., "Work," "Personal," or "Taxes"). You can also switch between different views to see your schedule or your categories. Click the 'eye' icon at the top of the Task Manager to switch views.
What happens if I don't finish a task during a session?
Don't sweat it! We will automatically save your incomplete tasks to the 'Unscheduled' section of your Task Manager. You can then attach them to another session.
What should I do if I find a bug?
Since this is an early version, bugs are expected. If something isn't working right, please click the ‘Share feedback’ button located in the right-hand panel of your dashboard or use this link.