Summary
- Do! is a simple to-do list app by Simplerion, offering a minimalist interface and unique features.
- You can organize tasks with colored tags, set reminders, and easily search for tasks.
- The app includes a “Done” list to track completed tasks, reducing the feeling of overwhelm and providing a sense of progress.
Most to-do list apps have too many features—leading to even more overwhelm. Do! is one of the simplest tools for keeping your to-do list in check.
What Is the Do! App?
Do! is a to-do list app designed by Simplerion, available for Apple and Android devices. A premium version of the app is available, but I think the free version is more than good enough for most people.
Besides having a minimalistic interface, Do! has some nice features you won’t find elsewhere. For example, you’ll hear a scribble sound when you mark a task as complete. It’s a great alternative to many other great to-do list apps.
Download: Do! For iOS | Android (Free, in-app purchases available)
How I Use Do!’s Features
I mainly use paper to-do lists for my day-to-day tasks, but for long-term projects, I like to break things down and keep a note of them digitally. Do! is my preferred app for this. The main way I keep everything organized is by pinning the most important projects; when swiping to the left, I then just have to tap the pin icon.
To mark tasks as complete, I simply double-tap on my screen. I can do the same to reverse this decision if I accidentally marked something as complete but didn’t mean to.
I can also categorize tasks effectively by choosing different-colored tags when required. Meanwhile, on the left-hand side, it’s possible to select New Group and segment all of my projects further. Since I like to do multiple things at once, this is an excellent way to quickly look at what I need to for something specific.
Another nice feature in Do! is that you can set up a specific time to receive a notification for any task. Tap the alarm clock icon when creating a task to pick one.
How I’ve Benefited From Do!’s Features
Adding Do! to my productivity stack has been an excellent decision. Below, I’ll share the three main ways I’ve benefitted from doing so; I think that you’ll also get these advantages when using the app.
1. I’m Less Overwhelmed
I’ve put significant effort into ensuring that I stop feeling overwhelmed when I wake up; one way I’ve done this is by understanding what I need to do each day. I can look at my long-term task requirements through the Do! app.
By outlining my projects in Do!, I can keep my iPad next to me while I work for reference. I’ve improved my organizational skills by using groups and tabs in the app, so I suggest you do the same!
2. Searching for Tasks Is Easy
In-app search functions vary significantly depending on your tool, but Do! is certainly one of the better options in this respect. You can search by tag color or enter the task name.
Do! shows due dates next to each task with one, which makes it much easier for you to refer to different tasks when needed.
3. I Can See a “Done” List
I’ve battled for years not to put too much onto my to-do list, and only now do I feel like I’ve gotten anywhere near where I want to be. Sometimes, I can feel disappointed when I see items still on my to-do list at the end of a day—even if I have objectively completed a lot (and finished the most essential tasks).
Using a “done” list is one way I try to gain some perspective. In the Do! app, I can simply tap the Done tab on the left to see my completed assignments. As a result, I find it much easier to understand how much progress I’ve made toward project completion.
Do! is one of the simplest and most aesthetic to-do list apps I’ve used, and I think you’ll love it for both short-term and long-term projects. Its categorization features are very simple, and you can quickly mark tasks as completed. The free version is great for most people, and I strongly recommend at least trying it.
