TaskTXT, plain text task-timing notepad
I built TaskTXT.com based on my experience timing my tasks. I found that committing to a task before I start helps with my focus, and guessing how long it will take, then timing it prevents me from wanting to give in to distractions because I'm "on the clock". Video Overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOYO0c_D6w0 There's also a Mac app which you can download here: https://dl.todesktop.com/22080519n9z1jew/mac Video overview of the Mac app: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMs-V5v5gZY But I didn't want the tool to be distracting, so its…
TaskTXT, plain text task-timing notepad launched on September 20, 2022 with 129 votes, #262 of 3,464 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 4 years on.
In plain words
TaskTXT is a plain text task-timing notepad designed to help users maintain focus by committing to tasks and estimating their duration before starting. Available as a web tool and Mac app, it uses a minimal text-based interface to avoid distractions while allowing flexible note-taking in any structure. The timer creates psychological accountability, discouraging users from abandoning tasks for other activities. It is built for anyone seeking a straightforward, distraction-free way to track and time their work.
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From the sources
Task-timing notepad built for the distracted mind.
In the maker’s words, at launch
I built TaskTXT.com based on my experience timing my tasks. I found that committing to a task before I start helps with my focus, and guessing how long it will take, then timing it prevents me from wanting to give in to distractions because I'm "on the clock". Video Overview…
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