TaskForge

TaskForge is a DOCUMENT & FILE MANAGEMENT app for Markdown task files used with Obsidian. Its core purpose is to LOCATE, READ, EDIT, and ORGANIZE Markdown (.md) task files across user-selected folders in shared storage (internal, SD card, or sync folders). To do this, TaskForge requires Android's special "All files access" (MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE). Without this permission, the app cannot perform its core file-management functions.

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FILE SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

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TaskForge functions as a specialized FILE MANAGER for your Markdown task files. The app must:

• Read files in user-selected folders (outside app storage)

• Process large, nested folders with many Markdown files

• Write updates back to ORIGINAL files when you create, edit, or complete tasks

• Monitor files for real-time changes

WHY "ALL FILES ACCESS" IS NEEDED

Obsidian vaults can live anywhere (internal storage, SD card, 3rd-party sync roots). To provide persistent, real-time file management across these locations, TaskForge requests MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE and operates on the folder you choose. We DO NOT upload or collect your files; data stays on device.

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KEY FEATURES

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◆ REAL PUSH NOTIFICATIONS

Get notified when tasks are due. Set multiple reminders per task.

◆ HOME SCREEN WIDGETS

See Obsidian tasks without opening any app. Check off tasks from widgets. Widgets for Today, Overdue, #tags, or any saved filter.

◆ CALENDAR & KANBAN VIEWS

See tasks by due date, scheduled date, or start date. Connect your device calendars to view and manage events alongside tasks. Kanban board with drag-and-drop.

◆ FULL OBSIDIAN TASKS COMPATIBILITY

Works with Obsidian Tasks plugin format. Due/scheduled dates, priorities, tags, recurrence—all supported.

◆ TASKNOTES SUPPORT

TaskForge reads and writes TaskNotes YAML format with customizable field mapping.

◆ CUSTOM FILTERED LISTS

Create task views with advanced conditions. Filter by tags, projects, contexts, dates, priorities, and more.

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HOW IT WORKS

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1) Choose your Obsidian vault folder (internal, SD card, or sync folder)

2) TaskForge scans your Markdown files to discover tasks

3) Manage tasks in the app and from widgets; changes write back to your files

4) Real-time file monitoring keeps lists current

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PRIVACY & COMPATIBILITY

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• No data collected; works offline after setup

• Works alongside your sync solution (Syncthing, FolderSync, Drive, Dropbox, etc.)

• Your files remain plain-text Markdown and fully portable

• Not affiliated with or endorsed by Obsidian.md

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FREE & PREMIUM

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Core task management is free. TaskForge Pro unlocks:

• Calendar event management

• Multiple notification times

• Home screen widgets

• Per-task reminders

• Unlimited custom lists

• Kanban board view

Download TaskForge—your vault, your tasks, your home screen.