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TaskNotes Documentation

TaskNotes is a task and note management plugin for Obsidian that follows the "one note per task" principle. Each task is a Markdown file with structured metadata in YAML frontmatter.

Requirements

  • Obsidian: Version 1.10.1 or later
  • Bases Core Plugin: Must be enabled (Settings → Core Plugins → Bases)

Getting Started

1. Install and Enable

  1. Open Obsidian Settings → Community Plugins
  2. Browse and search for "TaskNotes"
  3. Install and enable the plugin
  4. Enable the Bases core plugin: Settings → Core Plugins → Bases

2. Create Your First Task

Option A: Command Palette

  1. Press Ctrl/Cmd + P to open the command palette
  2. Type "TaskNotes: Create new task"
  3. Fill in the task details and click Create

Option B: Convert a Checkbox

  1. In any note, type a checkbox: - [ ] Buy groceries
  2. Position your cursor on the line
  3. Click the convert button that appears, or use "TaskNotes: Create new inline task"

3. Open the Task List

  1. Click the TaskNotes icon in the left ribbon, or
  2. Use the command palette: "TaskNotes: Open tasks view"

4. Explore

  • Core Concepts: How tasks work, YAML structure, Bases integration
  • Features: Task properties, time tracking, calendar integration
  • Views: Task List, Kanban, Calendar, Agenda, Pomodoro
  • Settings: Configuration options
Topic Description
Task Management Status, priority, dates, reminders, recurring tasks
Inline Tasks Widgets, natural language parsing, checkbox conversion
Calendar Integration Google Calendar, Outlook, ICS subscriptions
HTTP API REST API for automation and external tools
Migration Guide Upgrading from TaskNotes v3
Troubleshooting Common issues and solutions