Get organized: New iOS 18 Calendar features

November 2, 2024 Kevin

The latest iOS update brings a host of new features to the Calendar app, transforming it into a powerful organizational tool.

Here’s how you can leverage these changes to streamline your schedule and boost productivity.

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Reminders Integration: Your tasks and events in one place

The Calendar app now incorporates reminders, offering a comprehensive view of your commitments:

Open the Calendar app.
Scroll through your upcoming days to see tasks alongside events.
To declutter, tap “Calendars” at the bottom.
Toggle off “Show Completed Reminders.”

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Create and edit reminders within the Calendar app

Seamlessly manage your tasks without switching apps:

Open the Calendar app.
Tap the plus icon in the top right corner.
Select “Reminder” from the menu.
Fill in task details, set a date and hit “Add.”

To edit an existing reminder:

Tap on the reminder.
Click “Edit” in the right-hand corner.
Make your changes.
Tap “Done” to sync automatically with the Reminders app.

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Explore new Calendar views

Customize your calendar display for optimal viewing:

Open the Calendar app.
Tap the view button at the top (grid icon).
Choose from Compact, Stacked, Details or List views.

Multi Day view: See more at a glance

Get a broader perspective on your schedule:

Click “Today” in the bottom left corner of the screen.
Tap the “View” button in the top row (grid icon).
Select “Multi Day” from the menu.
View two consecutive days side-by-side.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

The Calendar app in iOS 18 takes personal organization to a whole new level. By integrating reminders and offering versatile viewing options, it provides a centralized hub for managing your time and tasks. These new features eliminate the need to switch between apps, streamlining your workflow and helping you stay on top of your commitments more efficiently than ever before. Whether you’re a busy professional or simply looking to organize your personal life better, the revamped Calendar app is a powerful tool that’s worth exploring.

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