Quick Add Shortcut, Mobile Widget, Drag Icon ⋮⋮ Menu, and More!

Hi Taskaders 🎉

We've worked hard to make Taskade work better for you! Here's what's new:

TL;DR: June 2022 added the global Quick Add shortcut (Cmd/Ctrl+K), iOS/Android Quick Add widgets, and the ⋮⋮ drag-icon menu — capture primitives that today live on as voice and AI quick-capture across 6 platforms, feeding Automations and AI Agents inside Taskade Genesis apps.

Then → Now: Quick-add widgets in 2022 → today's AI quick-capture across mobile and desktop, with auto-routing into projects, agents, or automations.

Mobile capture	2022	2026
Quick add	Desktop hotkey + mobile widget	Same widget + voice + AI structuring
Drag icon menu	New ⋮⋮ context menu	Same menu + agent bulk commands
Capture target	Single project	Any project + auto-routed by Automations
Platform	iOS / Android	6 platforms with synced widgets

A 2026 voice quick-capture in 4 seconds

   tap widget ──▶ "Add follow-up call with Lin tomorrow 3pm"
                          │
                          ▼
                  ┌──────────────────┐
                  │ AI structures:   │
                  │  task: call Lin  │
                  │  due: tomorrow   │
                  │  time: 15:00     │
                  │  project: CRM    │
                  └────────┬─────────┘
                           ▼
                  Automation: Slack ping owner
                           ▼
                  Agent: prep call notes

Hub & spoke

Hubs: Downloads · Automations · AI Agents · Taskade Genesis · Community Gallery
Spokes: Learn — Quick Add widget · Learn — mobile widgets · Learn — agent bulk commands · Learn — keyboard shortcuts
Related: Slash command + Calendar view · Widgets, zoom, resize chat

Mobile Genesis app builder — heir to 2022 Quick Add widgets

⚡️ Quick Add Shortcut

You can now add a task or note to a project anywhere in Taskade. Simply open the quick menu using ⌘ + K or CTRL + K in our web and desktop app. Learn more.

The new Quick Add widget for iOS & Android will allow you to quickly add a task or note to any projects within Taskade. Learn more.

You can now click on the ⋮⋮ drag icon to open the new dropdown menu on the left of each task and node. Learn more.

drag icon menu

🎉 Other Improvements

Taskade for Desktop v4.2.5 Update:
- General performance improvements and bug fixes
Taskade for Mobile v3.3.32 Update:
- New: Time Sensitive Notifications for due dates and reminders
- New: Time Sensitive Notifications when @mentioned in comments
- New: Notifications now support and display profile avatars
- New: Quick Add Widget to capture tasks and notes instantly
- Improved project sharing and workspace invites
- Bug fixes and performance improvements
New: 🔍 Search Tasks now allows you to check off tasks
New: 📝 Preview PDFs in task attachments, comments, and chat
New: ➕ Quick Add shortcut added to workspace dashboard header
Calendar View: Drag-n-drop tasks to stack tasks
Calendar View: Added project title and more menu
Calendar View: Added time display to the monthly view
Global Calendar: Added time display to the monthly view
Editor: Improved pasting from Google Sheets and Microsoft Word
Editor: Removed floating formatting menu left of tasks to simplify UI
Editor: Improved drag-n-drop behavior in Mind Map View
Improved email notifications and reminders for Tasks Due
Only the project owner or admin can set the default project view
Sign up, login page, and meta image inverted to dark mode
Bug fixes and performance improvements

Thanks again for supporting Taskade, and as always, don’t hesitate to reach out or visit our help center if you need help. We’re here for you! 😊 — Team Taskade 🐑 P.S. Want to help us improve Taskade? You can also suggest a feature.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Quick Add shortcut in Taskade?

Quick Add (Cmd+K on Mac, Ctrl+K on Windows) is a global shortcut that lets you add a task or note to any project from anywhere in Taskade — without navigating away from your current screen. It works on web, desktop, and mobile apps for instant task capture.

Does Taskade have a mobile widget for adding tasks?

Yes. The Quick Add widget for iOS and Android lets you create tasks and notes directly from your phone's home screen. Tap the widget, type your task, select a project, and it's instantly saved to Taskade — perfect for capturing ideas on the go.

What is the Drag Icon menu in Taskade?

The Drag Icon (⋮⋮) menu appears to the left of each task and node. Click it to access a dropdown with options for formatting, adding due dates, assigning members, duplicating, deleting, and more. You can also drag the icon to reorder items within your project.

Can I add tasks from anywhere in Taskade without navigating to a project?

Yes. The Quick Add shortcut (Cmd/Ctrl+K) opens an overlay from any screen in Taskade. Type your task, select the target project and location, and submit — all without leaving your current workspace, calendar, or dashboard view.