How to Build Your Own TaskPaper
Replace TaskPaper with a custom build. Plain text to-do lists for Mac
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 15 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
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Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 15 features
Organization(4 features)
Drag and drop functionality to organize your lists
Fold, focus, and filter to cut big lists down to size with powerful outliner capabilities
Organize projects, tasks, notes, and use @tags for categorization
Filter your lists by @tag, type, or content with saved searches to quickly filter items
Core(2 features)
Type and your lists are automatically formatted into projects, tasks, or notes
TaskPaper files are plain text and future proof, editable in any text editor
Customization(2 features)
LESS/CSS powered stylesheets for theming customization
Extensive Javascript API for scripting and automation
Integration(2 features)
Import/Export with Reminders.app and Siri support
Compatible with many TaskPaper compatible apps created by other developers
User Experience(2 features)
Dark Mode support for comfortable viewing
Fast keyboard-friendly navigation and commands for efficient list management
Developer(1 features)
TaskPaper's source code is available to license holders
Support(1 features)
Active support community ready to help
Task Management(1 features)
Manage dates and times in plain text to schedule tasks
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