1. Google Calendar

Why is it so popular? It is probably the most used organization app due to its seamless integration with Gmail, Google Meet, and other Google services. Did you receive an email about a meeting? Google Calendar can automatically add it for you.

What does it do well? You can set events, get notifications and share calendars with friends or colleagues. In addition, it allows you to create several calendars, to separate school from hobbies or other activities.

• How To Use Microsoft Outlook Calendar for Beginners (2024)
• How to use the New Microsoft Outlook Calendar – Beginner’s Class
• Get started with the Outlook Calendar

2. Microsoft Outlook Calendar

Why is it so popular? Due to the seamless synchronization in the iCloud ecosystem, it is the natural choice for Apple device users. Anyone using their iPhone, iPad or MacBook can quickly and easily access scheduled events.

What does it do well? Apple Calendar lets you create and share events, set notifications and sync everything across devices. It has a clean, minimalist and intuitive design, which makes it extremely easy to use.

• How To Use Microsoft Outlook Calendar for Beginners (2024)
• How to use the New Microsoft Outlook Calendar – Beginner’s Class
• Get started with the Outlook Calendar

3. Apple Calendar

Why is it so popular? Due to the seamless synchronization in the iCloud ecosystem, it is the natural choice for Apple device users. Anyone who uses their iPhone, iPad or MacBook can quickly and easily access scheduled events.

What does it do well? Apple Calendar lets you create and share events, set notifications and sync everything across devices. Its clean, minimalist and intuitive design makes it extremely easy to use.

• How to get the best out of Apple Calendar
• Use Apple Calendar Like a Pro: 7 Features You Need to Know
• Apple Calendar for Mac | Everything You Need to Know (2023)

 4. Trello

Why is it so popular? Young people love Trello for its flexibility in project management. The visual system of cards and columns makes it ideal for organizing your tasks and simply tracking progress.

What does it do well? Trello uses a “kanban” format to represent tasks as cards that can be moved between columns (e.g. “To Do”, “In Progress” and “Completed”). You can add tags, deadlines and attachments, making it perfect for individual projects and teamwork.

• Getting started with Trello (demo)
• How to use TRELLO – Tutorial for beginners
• Trello Tutorial: How to Use Trello to Increase Your Productivity

 5. Todoist

Why is it so popular? Todoist is appreciated for its minimalist design and the ease with which you can organize daily tasks. It’s perfect for those looking for a simple yet powerful tool for time management.

What does it do well? The app allows you to create to-do lists, prioritize them, use tags and categories for organization. The integration feature with external calendars makes planning even more efficient.

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• Todoist: Calendar update
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 6. TickTick

Why is it so popular? TickTick is perfect for young people who want to balance planning and advanced functionalities, such as the Pomodoro technique and time tracking. It is an exciting alternative to Todoist.

What does it do well? It includes features for organizing tasks, daily and weekly planning, plus tools to increase productivity. You can set Pomodoro timers and sync everything with other calendars.

• Beginner’s Guide
• TickTick Calendar QuickStart: 4 Steps to Complete Time Blocking
• How to use the TickTick calendar

Digital agendas are ideal for those who want to be organized without wasting time. All you need is a phone call and a little feel like planning your day!

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