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TASK 9 : Create and view tasks with To-Do Bar
TASK 9 : Create and view tasks with To-Do Bar
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You will learn how to create and view tasks with To-Do Bar in Outlook.
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hi guys welcome to it our expert again
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in today video we will use Outlook to
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create tasks and Todo lists it will help
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us to keep
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organized let's start in Microsoft
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Outlook going into the tasks Tab and
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select new task click on add a task and
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enter the task name date and
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priority you can also set the status and
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the percentage of completion the task
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and keep it up to date take the reminder
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box to set a reminder then select the
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date and the time for the reminder then
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save and close by clicking the task tab
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again you will see the list of tasks
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organized by deadline date like a to-do
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list let's create a task from an email
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select the email from the message
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preview tab drag it into the task icon
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click on it and it will open a new task
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window add the reminder save and
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close let's recap how to create tasks
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from scratch select the task tab again
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select new task in the task window enter
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the task name date and
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priority you can also set the status and
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the percentage of completion the task
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and keep it up to
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date at last we just need to tick the
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reminder box to set a reminder then
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select the date and the time for the
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reminder then save and close by clicking
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the task tab again you will see the list
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of your
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READING MATERIAL
READING MATERIAL
The To-Do Bar in Microsoft Outlook is a great tool for managing and viewing tasks alongside your email and calendar, helping you stay on top of deadlines and priorities without switching views. Here’s how to create and view tasks using the To-Do Bar.
Enabling the To-Do Bar
Enabling the To-Do Bar
Open Outlook and go to the View tab on the ribbon.
Click on To-Do Bar, then select Tasks from the dropdown. You can also choose to show Calendar and People in the To-Do Bar.
The To-Do Bar will now appear on the right side of the Outlook window, showing a list of your tasks.
Creating a Task in the To-Do Bar
Creating a Task in the To-Do Bar
With the To-Do Bar visible, go to the Tasks section.
At the top of the To-Do Bar, you’ll see an area to Type a new task. Click here to enter a quick task.
Type the task’s name and press Enter. The task will be created and added to your task list.
For more details, double-click on the task to open it. This allows you to:
Set Start and Due dates.
Add Priority (e.g., Low, Normal, High).
Include Notes or detailed descriptions.
Set a Reminder to alert you before the task is due.
Click Save & Close once you’ve entered all details.
Viewing and Managing Tasks in the To-Do Bar
Viewing and Managing Tasks in the To-Do Bar
View Task Details: Click on a task to view it in the Reading Pane, or double-click to open it in a separate window.
Mark as Complete: Once you finish a task, check the box next to it in the To-Do Bar, and it will be marked as complete.
Edit Tasks: Double-click any task in the To-Do Bar to edit its details, change the due date, or update its status.
Organize Tasks by Priority or Due Date: Use the dropdown at the top of the To-Do Bar to sort tasks by Due Date, Start Date, or Priority. This helps you focus on what needs to be done first.
Tips for Effective Task Management in Outlook’s To-Do Bar
Tips for Effective Task Management in Outlook’s To-Do Bar
Set Reminders to stay on track for tasks with specific deadlines.
Prioritize Important Tasks using the high priority setting, so they’re easier to identify.
Break Down Large Tasks into smaller, manageable ones to keep track of progress.
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