When Will Microsoft To Do Support Outlook Tasks Features?
Question details
User wants to know when Microsoft To Do will integrate classic Outlook Tasks features like start dates, completion percentage, work hours, and categories.
- Product
- Microsoft To Do / Outlook
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Managing tasks and needing advanced task tracking features that are missing from Microsoft To Do.
- Observed behavior
- Microsoft To Do lacks several classic Outlook Tasks features, prompting the user to seek a workaround to use desktop Outlook Tasks instead.
Ensure your Microsoft Outlook desktop application is updated to the latest version before modifying your task settings. Also, keep in mind that tasks might need to be moved to your primary account list to synchronize properly with web versions.
Revert to Classic Desktop Outlook Tasks
Disable the To Do app integration within Outlook Options to restore access to classic Outlook Tasks features like start dates and categories.
Since there is no confirmed release date for adding classic Outlook Tasks features to Microsoft To Do, the best workaround is to disable the integration. This allows you to continue using the traditional task management interface on your desktop.
Launch Microsoft Outlook on your desktop, click on the 'File' tab in the top-left corner, and select 'Options' from the bottom of the menu.
In the Outlook Options dialog box, select 'Tasks' from the left-hand navigation pane.
Scroll to locate the checkbox labeled 'Open tasks in the To Do app' and clear the checkmark.
Click 'OK' at the bottom of the dialog box to save your settings. Your classic Outlook Tasks interface will now be restored.
Track Updates via the Microsoft 365 Roadmap
Check the official roadmap to stay informed about upcoming feature releases for Microsoft To Do.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn't Microsoft To Do have completion percentages?
Microsoft To Do was designed as a lightweight, modern task management app focused on simplicity. As a result, advanced project management features like completion percentages and detailed work hours from classic Outlook Tasks have not been fully ported over yet.
How do I sync Outlook Tasks with Microsoft To Do on the web?
To ensure proper synchronization, make sure your tasks are saved in the default task list associated with your primary Microsoft account. Tasks stored in additional or local Outlook lists may not automatically sync to To Do on the web, requiring you to move them manually.
Can I use categories and colors in Microsoft To Do?
While Microsoft To Do supports basic list colors and custom backgrounds, it currently does not fully support the extensive color-coded categorizations found in classic desktop Outlook Tasks. Disabling the To Do integration in Outlook is the most effective way to regain this categorization functionality.
