PaperTrail: TaskPaper Client is an intuitive iOS productivity app designed to enhance your productivity with full TaskPaper editing capabilities. TaskPaper, which is known for its plain text productivity, offers a simple and flexible way to manage your projects, tasks, notes, and tags.

Using PaperTrail, you can easily filter, search, and archive all your projects and tasks in plain text files. You have the convenience of iCloud syncing, which lets you edit your files seamlessly on your Mac with TaskPaper. This means you can work wherever you are and keep everything updated.

PaperTrail supports a variety of file formats, including the full TaskPaper format support. You can work with .taskpaper, .todo, .txt, and .md file formats effortlessly, ensuring that all your information is organized and accessible. You can also open Bike outlines (.bike) and OPML outlines (.opml). If there's ever a limitation during import, PaperTrail provides clear warnings to keep you informed.

When it comes to exporting, PaperTrail allows you to export documents in OPML style and as interactive HTML slide presentations. This flexibility is great for sharing your work with others in a visually appealing way.

One of the standout features of PaperTrail is its focus on distraction-free editing. You can fold and focus into any subtree, which helps you concentrate on what matters most without distractions. The app also utilizes a full query language, enabling you to use text, tag, boolean, and semantic search functionality to find what you need quickly.

The tag system within PaperTrail is comprehensive and includes features for dates, progress tracking, and cost aggregation. You’ll appreciate the tag autocomplete functionality, which ranks tags based on how often you use them. Additionally, you can take advantage of smart filters features, making it simple to navigate your tasks using edge-swipe gestures and the iPad side-by-side sidebar.

For those who love color-coding, PaperTrail enables you to use colour coding by priority, depth, or due date proximity. This visual organization makes it easier to see what needs your attention first. The app also integrates natural date parsing, which streamlines your scheduling process.

You can easily import a Reminders list as a project, thanks to the iOS Reminders integration. This makes it convenient to synchronize your tasks and keep everything in one place. PaperTrail also offers quick capture tasks, letting you append tasks, notes, clipboard text, or web links directly to your most recent document without any hassle.

For your daily planning, PaperTrail includes planning shortcuts such as “Open in Today” and “Random Next Task,” which help you make the most of your time. With Siri integration and Spotlight integration, you can interact with your tasks quickly through voice commands or search, making it a truly efficient experience.

Navigating the app is simple with a command palette for searches, projects, and tags. The iPadOS menu bar offers easy access to Item, Tag, Outline, View, and Palette menus, streamlining your workflow. There are also built-in and custom document templates, making it easier to start your projects without fuss.

If you’re a fan of keyboard shortcuts, PaperTrail comes with 50+ shortcuts to enhance your workflow further. This native Swift app is designed for speed and has a tiny install size, which means it won’t take up much space on your device. Plus, you’ll find support for dark mode, making it visually comfortable to use in various lighting conditions.

Overall, PaperTrail: TaskPaper Client is a powerful and versatile tool for anyone looking to improve their projects and tasks management. Whether you are on iOS or iPadOS, this app caters to all your plain text productivity needs, helping you stay organized and focused.