How to use Windows 11 to create reminders

Trying to keep up with everything on your busy schedule is tough, which is why digital reminders can be so helpful to set up. You can schedule reminders for every aspect of your life—like joining a big meeting at work, remembering to take your medication, or prioritizing a daily walk. Windows 11 makes it easy to set reminders so you don’t have to worry about missing the most essential things in your day. Learn which Windows reminder apps can help you stay on track.

The beauty of setting reminders

Having to work, run errands, make plans, and take care of yourself every day can be a lot on your plate. Keeping track of it all is a task in itself. Digital reminders give you one less thing to worry about. Reminders can also help you stay organized and pave the way toward forming good daily routines. Even the most crucial obligations can slip your mind after a long, busy day, and reminders can serve as gentle nudges to keep you focused.

How to set a reminder in Windows 11

Windows 11 includes the most up-to-date versions of many of Microsoft’s tools, some of which are great for setting reminders. To create the reminders you need, try these tools:

Microsoft To Do

Microsoft To Do is an advanced task manager that organizes everything you need to do. You can categorize your tasks in separate lists, helping you focus on one thing at a time. If you have bigger tasks on your list, create subtasks underneath to ensure that every step is covered. To set up a reminder in Microsoft To Do, select a task followed by Remind me. Choose a date and time to have your reminder go off, or have it repeat on certain days.

Outlook

Microsoft Outlook is another great Microsoft tool for setting reminders. The Outlook calendar can be used to create appointments, which can serve as reminders for yourself, and you can set an automatic event notification to serve as reminder before an event. Microsoft To Do is also integrated with Outlook, so you can see your to-do lists and set reminders for tasks, events, and email follow-ups all in one place!

OneNote

If you like to use Outlook’s to-do list feature, you can also flag Outlook tasks in your OneNote tabs by selecting Home. Outlook and OneNote work together to send out reminders for the tasks you’re working on.

Teams

Microsoft Teams is a popular app for video calls and chat conversations, and it’s also a great tool for creating reminders. You can go to your Teams calendar to schedule a new meeting with yourself, and Teams will send you a reminder about it.

Whichever Windows reminder app you use, you’ll be well on your way to doing the things that matter most. Want to enjoy more benefits of Windows 11? Upgrade to Windows 11 today, and find more Windows 11 tips in the Windows Learning Center.