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TaskForge tasks in an Obsidian vault, with a line just added by an AI agent
AI & Automation

AI Task Management in Obsidian: Claude, ChatGPT, and MCP

Hand your Obsidian to-dos to an AI. They are plain markdown lines Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, or an MCP server can edit, and TaskForge keeps them on your phone.

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TaskForge custom lists on macOS showing filtered Obsidian task views without Dataview queries
Integration & Workflows

Obsidian Dataview for Tasks: Queries and a No-Query Alternative

How to query tasks in Obsidian with Dataview, where it shines and where it stops, and how to get the same filtered task views on mobile with TaskForge, no DQL.

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TaskForge kanban board on macOS showing Obsidian project management workflow with task columns
Productivity & Workflows

Obsidian Project Management: A Complete 2026 Workflow Guide

Build a project management system in Obsidian using Tasks, Kanban, Dataview, and TaskForge. From planning to mobile execution, the full workflow explained for 2026.

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TaskForge calendar view on macOS showing tasks and calendar events in day, week, and month views
Guide

Obsidian Calendar: Tasks and Events in One View

Add a full calendar to Obsidian with TaskForge. Day, Week, and Month views with native calendar events, time blocking, and Task Peek.

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TaskForge 2.6 calendar view showing tasks and calendar events together
Release

TaskForge 2.6: Calendar Events, Time Blocking, and Task Peek

TaskForge 2.6 adds calendar event integration with Day, Week, and Month views, Task Peek for quick editing, time blocking, NLP improvements, and 5 new calendar widgets.

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TaskForge calendar Day view showing time-blocked tasks on a visual time grid on macOS
Productivity & Workflows

Time Blocking in Obsidian: The Complete Guide

Learn time blocking in Obsidian with TaskForge. Assign durations to tasks, see them as blocks on a calendar grid, and plan your day visually.

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TaskForge Eisenhower Matrix workflow showing priority-based task lists on macOS
Productivity & Workflows

Eisenhower Matrix in Obsidian: Prioritize Tasks with TaskForge

Learn how to implement the Eisenhower Matrix in Obsidian using TaskForge's priority levels, kanban boards, tags, and smart lists.

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TaskForge todo list view showing tasks with priorities and due dates on macOS
Getting Started

Obsidian Todo List: Turn Your Vault into a Task Manager

A beginner-friendly guide to creating and managing a todo list in Obsidian with TaskForge. From your first checkbox to smart lists, reminders, and widgets.

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Comparison of Obsidian task management tools showing TaskForge, Obsidian Tasks plugin, and Task Genius
Productivity Tools

Best Obsidian Task Manager Plugins & Apps in 2026

Compare the leading Obsidian task management plugins and apps. Side-by-side comparison of Obsidian Tasks, Task Genius, and TaskForge with features, mobile support, and pricing.

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TaskForge GTD workflow showing inbox, next actions, and project lists on macOS
Productivity & Workflows

Complete GTD Guide for Obsidian: Getting Things Done with TaskForge

Implement David Allen's proven GTD methodology in Obsidian using TaskForge. Master the five steps of GTD with native contexts, projects, and powerful custom lists.

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TaskForge 2.0 home screen showcasing the redesigned interface with modern aesthetics
Release

TaskForge 2.0 is Here: A Fresh Look, Global Languages & Powerful New Features

The biggest TaskForge update yet brings a stunning visual redesign, support for 10 languages, unlimited task nesting, customizable context menus, and major performance improvements.

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TaskForge TaskNotes enhancements on macOS showing custom templates and filename formats
Features & Updates

TaskNotes Gets Major Upgrades: Custom Templates, Filename Formats & More

Discover the latest TaskNotes enhancements in TaskForge: customizable filename formats, body templates, completion-based recurrence, projects, contexts, and enhanced status system. Take your Obsidian task management to the next level.

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TaskForge daily notes integration on macOS showing task management in Obsidian daily notes
Productivity & Workflows

Obsidian Daily Notes Task Management with TaskForge

Master Obsidian daily notes task management with TaskForge. Learn how to write tasks to daily notes, filter by daily note, get notifications for daily tasks, and use widgets to stay on top of your daily workflow.

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TaskForge calendar view on macOS showing recurring tasks with scheduling options
Integration & Workflows

Complete Guide to Recurring Tasks in TaskForge (Markdown + TaskNotes)

Master recurring tasks in TaskForge with both Markdown and TaskNotes formats. Learn completion tracking, basis dates, COUNT limits, and when to use each format.

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TaskForge TaskNotes integration on macOS showing one task per file with YAML frontmatter
Integration & Workflows

TaskNotes Integration Guide: One Task Per File with YAML Frontmatter

Discover how TaskForge supports the TaskNotes format for Obsidian, allowing you to manage tasks with one task per file using YAML frontmatter. Perfect for detailed task documentation, rich metadata, and structured note-taking workflows.

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TaskForge interactive widgets on macOS showing task completion from home screen
Features & Tools

Interactive Obsidian Task Widgets: Complete Tasks from Your Home Screen

TaskForge brings fully interactive widgets to iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Android. Complete your Obsidian tasks with a single tap, add new tasks instantly, and keep your workflow moving without opening the app.

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TaskForge notifications on macOS showing smart reminders and alerts
Productivity

Smart Reminders & Notifications: Never Miss an Obsidian Task Deadline

TaskForge's intelligent notification system keeps you on top of your Obsidian tasks with multiple reminders per task, custom timing, app badge counts, and cross-device sync.

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TaskForge Kanban board on macOS showing tasks organized in columns
Project Management

Using Kanban Boards for Visual Project Management in TaskForge

Turn your Obsidian tasks into visual Kanban boards with drag-and-drop columns and flexible grouping. Perfect for managing projects and tracking progress.

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TaskForge deep linking reference on macOS showing URL scheme documentation
Automation

TaskForge Deep Linking with Automation Tools

Learn how to automate your task management with TaskForge deep links. Works with Apple Shortcuts, Raycast, Alfred, and any automation tool that supports custom URLs.

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TaskForge widgets on macOS showing interactive task completion
Widgets

Interactive Obsidian Widgets for All Devices

Interactive Obsidian task widgets for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Android. Complete tasks instantly from your home screen with real-time vault sync across all devices.

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TaskForge main task view on macOS showing comprehensive task management
Guide

Complete Guide to Obsidian Task Management

Master Obsidian tasks with TaskForge - the most powerful cross-platform task manager designed specifically for Obsidian users. Full compatibility with Obsidian Tasks plugin format.

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