Helper actions with Todoist integration

The Todoist integration supports a wide range of Helper actions and requires clear, intentional prompting to work effectively.

Once the integration is connected, Helpers can interact directly with your Todoist workspace and work with its core entities from within the chat interface, including:

• Tasks

• Projects

• Sections

• Labels

• Filters

• Comments

When the Todoist integration is set up, Helpers can perform actions across multiple categories, depending on the entity they are working with.

For example, Helpers can work with tasks by:

• Creating new tasks

• Updating existing tasks

• Retrieving task details

• Searching for tasks by name or context

• Marking tasks as completed or uncompleted

• Moving tasks between sections

• Exporting tasks

• Deleting tasks when necessary

The following sections break down available Helper actions by entity and provide practical prompt examples for each category.

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With Todoist integration Helpers can't:

Now this is out of the way, let’s dive into each action you can activate with the Todoist integration.

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When the Todoist integration is connected, Helpers can perform a range of task-related actions. All actions are triggered through clearly formulated prompts and are executed within the permissions of your Todoist account.

Helpers can perform the following actions with tasks when the Todoist integration is set up:

To enable these actions, make sure the Todoist integration is connected in your workspace.

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Helpers can create a task in Todoist based on the information provided in your prompt. To ensure the task is created correctly, it’s important to include enough context for the Helper to understand both the task content and where it should be placed.

The following information is used when creating a task:

Task title or description

Defines the task text as it will appear in Todoist.

Due date and time (if applicable)

Specifies when the task should be completed.

Priority (optional)

Allows you to set the task’s importance level.

Project or section (optional)

Determines where the task will be created. If not specified, the task is created in the default project (usually Inbox).

Labels (optional)

Used to organize and categorize tasks.

Reminders (optional)

Allow you to receive notifications related to the task.

If optional details are not provided, the Helper applies Todoist’s default behavior.

Prompt example:

Create a new task in Todoist with the following details:

Task name: [Your task description, e.g., “Prepare monthly financial report”]

Due date and time: [e.g., “2026-01-20 15:00”]

Priority: [e.g., “High” or “Priority 1”]

Project/Section: [e.g., “Work” or “Personal”]

Labels: [e.g., “finance, report”]

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In some cases, you may not immediately recognize where a task, section, or other item was created. This usually happens when the project or section was not explicitly specified in the prompt, and the Helper used the default location.

If you’re unsure where an item was created, you can always ask the Helper to clarify this for you.

Prompt example:

Could you help me find where you created it?

The Helper will confirm the project and section where the item was created and guide you on how to locate it in Todoist.

This is especially useful when items are created in the default project (such as Inbox).

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Projects in Todoist are used to group related tasks and organize work by area, goal, or workflow. When the Todoist integration is connected, Helpers can create and manage projects directly from the chat interface using clear, intentional prompts.

Helpers interact with projects within the permissions of your Todoist account and follow the same structural rules as when working directly in Todoist.

Helpers can perform the following actions with projects when the Todoist integration is set up:

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Helpers can create a new project in Todoist based on the information provided in your prompt. When creating a project, it’s important to clearly specify how the project should be identified and structured.

The following information is used when creating a project:

Project name: What do you want to call the project?

Project description (optional): Any notes or details about the project’s purpose?

Prompt example:

Crate a new project in Todoist with the following details: Project name: [Your project name] and use description [ paste your description here]

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Labels in Todoist are used to categorize and organize tasks across projects. They help group related tasks, add context, and make it easier to filter and find tasks later.

Helpers can perform the following actions with labels when the Todoist integration is set up:

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Helpers can create a new label in Todoist based on the information provided in your prompt. When creating a label, it’s important to clearly specify how the label should be identified.

The following information is used when creating a task:

Label name :

Defines the name of the label as it will appear in Todoist.

Example prompt:

Create a label in Todoist, name [paste name here]

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Helpers can delete labels from Todoist. Deleting a label does not remove tasks but simply removes the label association.

This action cannot be undone.

Prompt example:

Delete the label “old”.

Important note: finding labels

If you’re unsure whether a label exists or cannot find it in Todoist, you can ask the Helper to list available labels or confirm details for a specific label.

Prompt example:

List all labels so I can review them.

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Filters in Todoist allow you to create dynamic task views based on specific conditions. They help you focus on the most relevant tasks by automatically grouping them according to criteria such as due dates, labels, priorities, or projects.

Filters affect only how tasks are displayed and do not modify the tasks themselves.

Helpers can perform the following actions with filters when the Todoist integration is set up:

Helpers can create a new filter in Todoist based on the information provided in your prompt. When creating a filter, it’s important to clearly describe the filtering logic so the filter behaves as expected.

The following information is used when creating a filter:

Filter name:

Defines the name of the filter as it will appear in Todoist.

Prompt:

Create a filter in Todoist:

Name: [paste name here]

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The Todoist integration allows Helpers to work with your task management system directly from the chat interface, turning everyday requests into structured actions across tasks, projects, labels, filters, and comments. By using clear and intentional prompts, you can manage your Todoist workspace without switching tools or navigating complex menus.

If you’re ever unsure how or where an action was performed, Helpers can always clarify the result and guide you to the correct location in Todoist. This ensures that your workflow remains transparent, predictable, and easy to control.

With this integration in place, Todoist becomes a natural extension of your conversations - helping you stay organized, focused, and aligned with your priorities through simple, conversational interactions.