Perspective
A custom filtered view of tasks based on specific criteria.
Definition
A Perspective is a saved filter that shows you exactly the tasks you want to see, when you want to see them. It's one of the most powerful features in Locus GTD.
Why Use Perspectives?
- Focus: See only what matters right now
- Context: Match tasks to your current situation
- Efficiency: Save time by not manually filtering
- Flexibility: Create unlimited custom views
Common Perspectives
🔥 Today's Focus
Show tasks due today that are flagged.
Rules:
- Due Date: Today
- Flagged: Yes
- Status: Active
⚡ Quick Wins
Tasks you can complete quickly.
Rules:
- Duration: ≤ 15 minutes
- Tags: High Energy
- Status: Active
🏢 Office Work
Tasks requiring office presence.
Rules:
- Tags: Office
- Status: Active
- Defer Date: Available now
⏳ Waiting For
Tasks blocked by others.
Rules:
- Tags: Waiting For
- Status: Active
- Sort by: Due Date
Filter Rules
Perspectives can filter by:
- Status (Active, Paused, etc.)
- Dates (Due, Defer, Completion)
- Flags
- Projects
- Tags
- Duration
- Task hierarchy
Starred Perspectives
Mark frequently used perspectives as favorites to show them on the homepage.