inbox-triage

Process Todoist inbox items into Obsidian notes and Todoist action items.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/mshuffett/dotfiles --skill inbox-triage-mshuffett
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Skill: inbox-triage
Source: https://github.com/mshuffett/dotfiles/tree/main/agents/skill-workspaces/inbox-triage-workspace/v1
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mshuffett/dotfiles --skill inbox-triage-mshuffett

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the processing of raw inbox items (like Todoist captures, voice notes, and links) into a structured knowledge system, applying principles of Getting Things Done (GTD) and PARA (Projects, Areas, Resources, Archives). It reduces manual triage effort and ensures captured information is properly filed as actionable tasks or reference material.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Intelligent Classification: Automatically categorizes items into Action, Reference, Project Seed, or Clarify.
  • Enrichment: Fetches URL content, interprets voice notes, and summarizes information.
  • Clustering: Groups related items to create consolidated notes.
  • Output Generation: Creates structured Obsidian notes, Todoist action items, and a detailed triage report.
  • Use Case: When you have a backlog of unread Todoist tasks and voice memos, run this Skill to automatically convert them into actionable tasks in Todoist and detailed reference notes in Obsidian, complete with suggested MOCs (Maps of Content).

Quick Start

Use the inbox-triage skill to process your Todoist inbox items.

Frequently Asked Questions about inbox-triage

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I process a backlog of Todoist inbox items into Obsidian notes?

Processing a backlog of Todoist inbox items into Obsidian notes is done by classifying, enriching, and clustering raw captures into structured GTD and PARA reference notes and action items. The system fetches URL content and interprets voice notes to generate detailed MOCs.

How does GTD and PARA methodology apply to voice captures and links?

GTD and PARA methodology applies to voice captures and links by automatically categorizing them into Action, Reference, Project Seed, or Clarify. The system interprets raw voice notes and fetches URL content to route information into structured knowledge notes and actionable tasks.

Can I batch process raw voice notes and URLs into reference notes automatically?

You can batch process raw voice notes and URLs into reference notes automatically by running the triage process. It clusters related items to create consolidated notes and generates a detailed triage report for the entire batch of captured information.

What is the best way to triage captured links into a structured knowledge system?

The best way to triage captured links into a structured knowledge system is to use an automated classification tool that fetches URL content and summarizes information. This process generates structured Obsidian notes with suggested Maps of Content and Todoist action items.

Do I need a specific knowledge management setup to use GTD and PARA for inbox processing?

Using GTD and PARA for inbox processing requires a setup that accepts Todoist captures and generates Obsidian reference notes. The system enriches this input by fetching URLs and interpreting voice captures to output structured action items and triage reports.

Why does my inbox triage system need to cluster related items?

Your inbox triage system needs to cluster related items to consolidate captured information into cohesive reference notes. Clustering groups related voice captures and links together, reducing manual triage effort and ensuring information is properly filed using GTD and PARA methodologies.