How to Use Motion

Getting started with Motion

With Motion, you can automate your scheduling by having your to-do list, meetings, and projects organised into your calendar based on deadlines and priorities. After this guide, you'll be ready to streamline your time management effectively.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Go to Motion's website.
2. Click on the "Get Started" button in the top right corner.
3. Choose your plan: select "Individual" for $19/month or "Team" for $12/user/month.
4. Fill in your details and create your account.
5. Once signed in, grant Motion access to your existing calendar by following the prompts.

Step 2: Your first task

1. On the dashboard, click "Add Task".
2. Enter your task title, set a deadline, and assign a priority (High, Medium, Low).
3. Click "Save". Your task will now be automatically scheduled based on your calendar availability.
4. To add a meeting, click "Add Meeting" and fill in the details, including participants and time.

Step 3: Get better results

1. Use the "Focus Mode" to block time for important tasks. Click on the "Focus" button on the dashboard.
2. Adjust your settings in the "Preferences" menu to customise notifications and task reminders.
3. Regularly review your scheduled tasks and meetings to ensure priorities are aligned with your current goals.

Pro tip

Use the "Recurring Tasks" feature for tasks that happen regularly. When adding a task, select the option to make it recurring to save time on future scheduling.

Common mistake to avoid

Avoid adding too many tasks at once without prioritising. This can overwhelm the system and lead to scheduling conflicts. Focus on entering high-priority tasks first to ensure they get the attention they need.