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The user is forced to choose between entering a time or a duration every time they add a task in Todoist, rather than the app remembering their preference, which is an unnecessary extra step.

Todoist lacks a setting to set a default input type (time or duration) for tasks, so users must manually select their preference each time.

Opp. Score

Severity

1Low

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none

Added

Oct 9, 2026

Workarounds Described

User manually selects 'Duration' instead of 'Time' every time they add a task

Implied Software Gaps

Task management app setting to set default input type for task time/duration

App Concept

TaskPrefs

A lightweight browser extension or plugin for task management apps that lets users set default preferences for task creation fields, such as time vs. duration. It eliminates repetitive clicks and streamlines task entry.

Key Features

Set default task input type (time or duration)
Customizable default settings for other task fields
Works across multiple task management apps
One-click toggle to switch input type when needed

Target Users: Individual task management app users who want to streamline their task creation workflow

Revenue Model: Free browser extension with optional $1.99 one-time purchase for premium customization

Existing Solutions Mentioned

Todoist

Part of App Idea

The user is forced to choose between entering a time or a duration every time they add a task in Todoist, rather than the app remembering their preference, which is an unnecessary extra step.

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