1. Create smart lists

Smart Lists turn Reminders into a powerful task manager by letting you create custom filtered views of your tasks. You can filter by tags, dates, priorities, and more, and you can combine filters to get the most out of it.

To create a Smart List, open the Reminders app and tap the Lists button in the top-left corner. Next, tap Add List and customize your list by entering a name and choosing a color and icon.

Then, select Make into a Smart List from the drop-down menu, and choose the filters you’d like to apply. You can filter by tags, dates, locations, and more.

2. Set location-based reminders

With location-based reminders you'll never forget to pick up groceries or run errands again. There's a few ways you can do this. The quickest way is to simply say "Hey Siri, remind me to buy milk when I get to the store." If you haven't shared your location with Siri yet, you'll need to give permission.

You can also manually set up location triggers through a reminder's detail view, by tapping the 'i' button and tapping Location. Your phone will alert you when you arrive at the specified location, making sure you never miss a location-specific task.

3. Use templates for recurring projects

If you frequently create similar lists of tasks, templates can save you significant time. Create a standard list of tasks, save it as a template, and you can instantly generate new lists with those pre-filled items whenever needed. This is particularly useful for work projects, weekly chores, or any recurring set of tasks.

When viewing a list, tap the three dots and select Save as Template. Give your template a name, decide if you want to toggle on completed reminders and tap Save.