Contexts

In Omnifocus, you use Tags for all types of contexts.

Multiple Contexts

Omnifocus uses the Tag field (multiple values) for all types of contexts. Different context types start with different characters to keep them distinct and grouped.

Assigning Contexts to Tasks

Assign a Context Click task. Click inspector sidebar (upper right). Under Tags, click + (inspector sidebar). Enter context name, then select Create “context name” (if creating a new context) or Click the (down) arrow, then select the appropriate tag from...

Major Contexts

In Omnifocus, major contexts are Tags in parentheses: (Work), (Personal), (Family).

Meeting Contexts

In Omnifocus, meeting contexts are Tags that start with +, like: +Staff, +AllHands, +Managers, +PEC. Use short names.