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Your Obsidian Tasks on Every Screen

Interactive home screen widgets for tasks and calendar events. View your agenda, complete tasks, and check your schedule without opening the app. Available on iPhone, iPad, Android, and Mac.

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Task and calendar widgets with tap-to-complete
5 calendar widget layouts: Up Next, Agenda, Month, and more
Available on iPhone, iPad, Android & Mac
TaskForge widgets showing task lists on iPhone and Mac home screens

Widgets for Every Platform

TaskForge widgets adapt to each platform's native widget system for the best experience.

iPhone & iPad

Home screen and lock screen widgets in small, medium, and large sizes. Interactive widgets let you complete tasks with a single tap.

  • Home Screen & Lock Screen
  • Small, Medium & Large sizes
  • Tap to complete tasks

Android

Resizable home screen widgets that show your task list. Quick actions let you check off tasks right from the widget.

  • Resizable home screen widgets
  • Quick task completion
  • Material You design support

Mac

Desktop widgets in Notification Center and on your desktop. Keep your tasks visible while you work in Obsidian.

  • Notification Center widgets
  • Desktop widgets
  • Always visible while working

More Than Just a Task List

Interactive Tap-to-Complete

Tap any task checkbox directly on the widget to mark it complete, no need to open the app. The completion syncs back to your Obsidian vault instantly, so your markdown files stay up to date. Works on all platforms including iPhone lock screen widgets.

Choose Your List

Display any custom list, tag filter, or saved view on your widget. Each widget can show a different list, so you can have one widget for work tasks and another for personal errands. Change the list at any time through the widget configuration screen.

Multiple Sizes

Small widgets show a task count at a glance. Medium widgets display a scrollable task list. Large widgets provide a full overview with task details, due dates, and priority indicators. On iOS, lock screen widgets give you a compact view right on your lock screen.

Real-Time Updates

Widgets sync with your vault automatically. Complete a task in Obsidian and see it update on your home screen. TaskForge refreshes widgets at regular intervals so your task list is always current.

Customizable Appearance

Choose between light and dark themes that follow your system settings or set a specific appearance per widget. On iOS, widgets automatically adapt to your home screen wallpaper. On Android, Material You dynamic colors are supported.

Quick Add from Widget

Add new tasks directly from the widget without opening the full app. Tap the plus icon on the widget to open a quick-add sheet where you can type a task name and optional due date. The task is added to the list displayed by that widget.

App Badge Count

See your active task count on the TaskForge app icon. Choose which custom list drives the badge count, track your most important list at a glance. Available on iOS and Android.

Task Filtering Per Widget

Each widget can display a different custom list with its own filtering rules. Set up a widget for today's tasks, another for high-priority items, and a third for a specific project. Each widget independently shows exactly what you need.

Up Next Widget

A compact widget showing your next upcoming event or task. See what is coming at a glance without scrolling through your full schedule. Displays the title, time, and calendar color for events or the priority and due date for tasks.

Daily Agenda Widget

A full day view showing today's events and tasks in chronological order with a date header. Tap tasks to complete them directly from the widget. Events display their calendar color, time, and title alongside your task list.

Month Mini Widget

A compact 6x7 month grid with dot indicators showing which days have events or tasks. Get a quick overview of your month at a glance. Perfect for the small widget size on your home screen.

Month + Agenda Widget

A month grid combined with an agenda list below, like a mini version of the in-app calendar layout. Browse the month grid and see the day's events and tasks underneath. Available in the large widget size.

Full Agenda Widget

A multi-day scrollable agenda showing events and tasks across several days. See your schedule at a glance with color-coded events from all your calendars and tasks from your selected list.

How Widgets Work in TaskForge

Everything you need to know about getting the most out of your home screen widgets.

  1. Interactive Tap-to-Complete from Your Home Screen

    Mark tasks done right from your home screen without opening the app. Tap the checkbox next to any task on the widget and it is instantly marked complete in your Obsidian vault. On iPhone, this works on both home screen and lock screen widgets, giving you the fastest path from notification to completion.

  2. Multiple Widget Sizes for Any Layout

    Choose from small, medium, and large widget sizes to fit any home screen arrangement. Small widgets display a compact task count, medium widgets show a scrollable list of upcoming tasks, and large widgets present a detailed view with priorities, due dates, and progress indicators. Mix and match sizes across your home screen pages.

  3. Customize Accent Colors, Fonts, and Display Options

    Make widgets feel like your own by adjusting the accent color, font choice, and symbol style in TaskForge settings. Widgets automatically update to reflect your preferences. On Android, Material You dynamic colors are supported so widgets blend naturally with your system theme.

  4. Each Widget Shows Tasks from Any Custom List

    Every widget you add can be configured to display a different custom list with full filter support. Set up a widget for today's due tasks, another for high-priority work items, and a third for grocery errands. Each widget independently pulls from its assigned list and updates in real time.

  5. Quick-Add Tasks Without Opening the App

    Tap the plus icon on any widget to open a lightweight quick-add sheet. Type a task name, optionally set a due date, and the task is created in the list that widget displays. This keeps task capture fast and frictionless, especially when an idea strikes while you are on your home screen.

  6. Automatic Refresh When Tasks Change

    Widgets stay current without manual intervention. When you complete, add, or edit tasks in your vault, the widget refreshes to show the latest state. On iOS, timeline-based updates keep the widget in sync. On Android, a configurable refresh interval ensures your list is always up to date.

  7. App Badge Count at a Glance

    The TaskForge app icon displays a badge showing the number of pending tasks from your chosen custom list. Glance at the badge to know how many items need attention before you even tap the app. Available on both iOS and Android.

  8. Calendar Widgets Show Both Tasks and Events

    Calendar widgets display your tasks and calendar events together. Each widget receives event data (title, start and end time, all-day flag, calendar color, RSVP status) and task data (title, status, duration, dates, priority). Calendar filtering respects your in-app filter settings, and the widget filtering runs natively for fast updates without launching the app.

  9. Five Calendar Widget Layouts for Any Need

    Choose from Up Next (compact, shows the next item), Daily Agenda (today's full schedule), Month Mini (compact month grid with dots), Month + Agenda (month grid with list below), and Full Agenda (multi-day scrollable view). Mix calendar widgets with task list widgets across your home screen pages to see exactly what you need.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add a TaskForge widget to my iPhone home screen?

Long-press on your iPhone home screen, then tap the plus icon in the top-left corner. Search for TaskForge, select the widget size you want (small, medium, or large), and tap Add Widget. After adding, long-press the widget and choose Edit Widget to select which custom list to display.

Can I complete tasks directly from the widget?

Yes. TaskForge widgets are interactive on iOS 17 and later, Android, and macOS. Tap the checkbox next to any task on the widget to mark it complete. The change syncs back to your Obsidian vault instantly.

Are widgets available on the Android version?

Yes. TaskForge for Android includes resizable home screen widgets that display your task list and allow interactive task completion. The widgets support Material You dynamic colors on Android 12 and later.

How often do widgets refresh?

Widget refresh frequency depends on the platform. On iOS, widgets update when you complete a task through the widget, when the app is opened, and through system-managed timeline updates. On Android, widgets refresh at a configurable interval. On macOS, widgets update through the Notification Center refresh cycle.

Are widgets a premium feature?

Yes. Home screen widgets are a premium feature available with the one-time lifetime purchase ($49.99) or monthly subscription ($1.99/month). You can try widgets during your free one-week trial of premium features.

What widget sizes are available?

TaskForge offers small, medium, and large widgets on both iOS and Android. Each size shows a different number of tasks, small shows a compact overview, while large displays a detailed task list with priorities and due dates.

Can I have multiple widgets?

Yes! You can add as many widgets as you want, each configured to show a different custom list. For example, have one widget for today's tasks and another for your work projects.

How do I customize widget appearance?

Go to Settings > Appearance to change the accent color, font, and symbol style. Widget appearance updates automatically to match your preferences.

Do widgets work offline?

Yes. Widgets read directly from your local vault files, so they work without an internet connection. Changes sync when your vault syncs through your preferred method.

What calendar widgets are available?

TaskForge offers 5 calendar widget layouts: Up Next (shows your next event or task), Daily Agenda (today's full schedule), Month Mini (compact month grid), Month + Agenda (month grid with agenda list), and Full Agenda (multi-day scrollable view). These are in addition to the task list widgets, giving you 8+ widget options total.

Do calendar widgets show my device calendar events?

Yes. Calendar widgets show both your tasks and events from your device calendars. Events appear with their calendar color, time, and title. The widget respects your in-app calendar filter settings, so you see the same calendars you have enabled in the app.

Can I complete tasks from calendar widgets?

Yes. Calendar widgets that show task lists (Daily Agenda, Full Agenda) support tap-to-complete. Tap the checkbox next to any task to mark it done directly from your home screen. The completion syncs back to your Obsidian vault instantly.

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