Learn the system Da Vinci, Edison, and Einstein used to offload their minds — and build your own high-speed capture system to eliminate mental clutter.
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Step 1: Desktop Setup (MacBook)
Install Todoist
Create free account at todoist.com
Download desktop application
Log in with your account
Configure Raycast Todoist Integration
(install Raycast if you haven't done this already)
Install Todoist extension from store
Copy API token from Todoist
Settings → Integrations → Developer
Paste token in Raycast extension settings
Set Quick Add Task hotkey (recommended: Option + A)
Step 2: Mobile Setup (iPhone)
Install Todoist Mobile
Download from App Store
Log in with same account
No additional configuration needed
Configure Shortcuts (import shortcut)
Create new shortcut
Add "Create Todoist Task" action
Configure to:
Ask for input
Save to Inbox
Disable "Open when run"
Add to Home Screen
(Optional) Set as Back Tap action
Additional optimizations:
Add shortcut to Lock Screen
Configure Action Button (iPhone 15 Pro +)
Set up custom Focus Mode integration
Enable widget for quick access