first-scheduled-task

To set up a recurring scheduled task in Cowork, you choose a task template, write an explicit instruction, enter it into Cowork's scheduling UI, set the time, and save. You can then run a test to verify the output before the schedule activates.

Yes, you can automate inbox triage and morning briefs in the Cowork desktop app. The Skill provides ready-made templates that guide you through scheduling these recurring tasks to summarize unread emails and calendars automatically.

Yes, your computer must be powered on and the Cowork desktop app must be open at the scheduled times for scheduled tasks to execute. This is a known limitation of running local recurring automations.

The best way to verify a scheduled automation in Cowork is to use the "Run now" test step. This executes your task immediately, allowing you to check for expected output files and confirm the setup works before relying on the recurring schedule.

If your scheduled task in Cowork is not producing expected output files, you may have missed a required integration or your computer was off during the scheduled time. Use the troubleshooting prompts to verify connections and run a test.

You can create recurring automations for daily morning briefs, end-of-day summaries, twice-daily inbox triage, and weekly project statuses. These tasks read data from your integrations and produce visible outputs you can check.