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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%20am%20using%20todoist.%20I%20am%20having%20trouble%20navigating%20the%20windows%20app%20with%20jaws.%20Are%20there%20any%20tricks%20to%20this%3F"
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        "content": "Here are several tips and tricks that users of JAWS (screen reader) on Windows have found helpful when navigating the Todoist desktop app. The goal is to make navigation faster, more consistent, and to reduce reliance on the virtual cursor.\n\n---\n\n## 1. Turn *off* the Virtual PC (Browse) Cursor when in-app\n\n- By default, JAWS often uses the virtual PC cursor (also known as *browse mode*) which treats many modern apps like web pages. It reads content but navigation becomes less responsive.  \n- In the **Living Blindfully** transcript, the speaker highlights that in Todoist, it behaves like a web page initially. Better navigation is achieved by disabling the virtual PC cursor. ([livingblindfully.com](https://www.livingblindfully.com/lb0290transcript/?utm_source=openai))  \n- To do this:\n  1. Press `JAWS Key` + `6` to open the JAWS Configuration Manager for Todoist. ([livingblindfully.com](https://www.livingblindfully.com/lb0290transcript/?utm_source=openai))  \n  2. Locate and **uncheck** \u201cUse virtual PC cursor\u201d under **Miscellaneous** settings.  \n  3. Close and re-enter the app; navigation will rely more on standard arrow/tab keys and shortcuts, which is more suitable for screen reader work.  \n\n---\n\n## 2. Learn the Core Keyboard Shortcuts in Todoist\n\nA strong understanding of the built-in shortcuts can greatly speed up navigation and task management.\n\n- **Quick navigation across major views:**\n  - `G` then `T` \u2192 Go to *Today* view  \n  - `G` then `I` \u2192 Go to *Inbox* ([hotkeyref.com](https://www.hotkeyref.com/windows/todoist-keyboard-shortcuts/?utm_source=openai))\n- **Task editing and completion:**\n  - `Q` \u2192 Open Quick Add task box  \n  - `E` \u2192 Mark focused task as complete  \n  - `Ctrl + E` \u2192 Edit focused task  \n  - Use `1`, `2`, `3`, `4` to set priority levels on Windows. ([hotkeyref.com](https://www.hotkeyref.com/windows/todoist-keyboard-shortcuts/?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Search and sidebar control:**\n  - `/` or `F` \u2192 Start searching  \n  - `M` \u2192 Show/Hide sidebar  \n  - `Ctrl + K` \u2192 Open Command Palette / Quick Find ([todoist.com](https://www.todoist.com/help/todoist/features/use-keyboard-shortcuts-in-todoist-Wyovn2?utm_source=openai))  \n\nThese are especially useful when you leave the pointer-based navigation behind and rely on keyboard control.  \n\n---\n\n## 3. Use the *Global Quick Add* and App Visibility Shortcut\n\nWhen multitasking, it's helpful to be able to add a task or bring up Todoist without switching windows.\n\n- `Ctrl + Space`: Triggers **Quick Add** from anywhere in Windows (when the desktop app is running). ([todoist.com](https://www.todoist.com/help/todoist/features/use-keyboard-shortcuts-in-todoist-Wyovn2?utm_source=openai))  \n- `Win + Alt + S`: Show/hide the Todoist app globally. Useful to get Todoist into focus, especially when screen reader focus is lost. ([todoist.com](https://www.todoist.com/help/todoist/features/use-keyboard-shortcuts-in-todoist-Wyovn2?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## 4. Use the \u201c?\u201d Key to Bring Up the Shortcuts Cheat Sheet\n\n- Pressing `?` in the Todoist app (when in focus) opens the list of keyboard shortcuts. This is a quick way to confirm what keyboard combos are available, and ensure you're using correct ones for view changes, tasks, etc. ([todoist.com](https://www.todoist.com/help/todoist/features/use-keyboard-shortcuts-in-todoist-Wyovn2?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## 5. Work with Navigation via the Focus Model, Tabs & Headings\n\n- Once the virtual cursor is off, navigating with **Tab** and **Shift+Tab** moves through interactive elements. Use **Enter** or **Space** to activate.\n- Use **Arrow keys** to move through list items or task lists.\n- If headings or links are present, JAWS\u2019 navigation hotkeys can jump between them (e.g., `H` for headings, `K`/`J` to move through lists) depending on how Todoist structures its interface. In transcripts, \u201cskip to task list\u201d is used. ([livingblindfully.com](https://www.livingblindfully.com/lb0290transcript/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Apply JAWS\u2019 Forms Mode when editing tasks to get typing input properly recognized.\n\n---\n\n## 6. Create a Custom JAWS Configuration for Fine-Tuning\n\n- If you find you frequently need to disable virtual cursor, alter speech verbosity, or change punctuation settings, you can store these per-app in JAWS.\n- Per Living Blindfully: use **JAWS Configuration Manager** (`JAWS Key + 6`) \u2192 Create a configuration for Todoist \u2192 save these preferences. This means less setup each time. ([livingblindfully.com](https://www.livingblindfully.com/lb0290transcript/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## 7. Be Aware of Known Bugs & Updates (and Reset When Needed)\n\n- Some users have reported that key shortcuts (like `Q`, or `G` followed by something) stop working after certain updates. The workaround has been fully quitting the app from the system tray and reopening it. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/todoist/comments/1ums9xr/pressing_q_to_add_a_task_no_longer_works_after/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Always keep Todoist updated; sometimes accessibility bugs are fixed in newer versions.\n\n---\n\nIf you like, I can also help you set up a step\u2010by\u2010step cheat sheet tailored just for the Todoist views and workflows *you* use most, or assist you in customizing JAWS settings for smoother flow. Would you prefer that?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "Yes%2C%20namely%20I%20want%20to%20be%20able%20to%20go%20to%20projects%20and%20then%20back%20to%20inbox%20views."
    },
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        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here are some specific keyboard shortcuts and steps to help you switch between the **Projects** view and the **Inbox** view in Todoist on Windows\u2014especially tuned for use with JAWS:\n\n---\n\n## \u2705 Key Shortcuts to Know\n\n| Action | Shortcut |\n|---|---|\n| Go to Projects view | Press **G**, then **P** ([todoist.com](https://www.todoist.com/help/todoist/features/use-keyboard-shortcuts-in-todoist-Wyovn2?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Go to Inbox view | Press **G**, then **I** ([todoist.com](https://www.todoist.com/help/todoist/features/use-keyboard-shortcuts-in-todoist-Wyovn2?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Go to Today view | Press **G**, then **T** ([todoist.com](https://www.todoist.com/help/todoist/features/use-keyboard-shortcuts-in-todoist-Wyovn2?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Go back to the previous view | Press **Alt + \u2190** (Left Arrow) ([hotkeyref.com](https://www.hotkeyref.com/windows/todoist-keyboard-shortcuts/?utm_source=openai)) |\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\uddfa Step-by-Step Workflow\n\nTo move from **Inbox \u2192 Projects \u2192 Inbox** using JAWS-friendly navigation:\n\n1. Make sure the Todoist app is open and in focus.  \n2. From **Inbox**:\n   - Press **G**, release it, then press **P** \u2192 this takes you to **Projects**.  \n3. To return to **Inbox**:\n   - Press **G**, release, then **I** \u2192 you're back in **Inbox**.  \n4. To go back to the immediately previous view (wherever you were before Projects), use **Alt + Left Arrow**. Useful if you don\u2019t want to toggle between shortcuts.  \n\nThese combos let you stay in the keyboard domain\u2014good for JAWS.  \n\n---\n\n## \u26a0\ufe0f Tips & Troubleshooting with JAWS\n\n- If these shortcuts don\u2019t seem to trigger anything:\n  * Make sure the **Todoist window has focus**\u2014live elements must be active (name or label reading).\n  * Confirm the **virtual/cursor browse mode** is turned *off* so that arrow keys and shortcuts behave as expected.\n  * Sometimes after app updates, shortcuts stop working; quitting fully (via system tray icon) and reopening helps. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/todoist/comments/1ums9xr/pressing_q_to_add_a_task_no_longer_works_after/?utm_source=openai))  \n- If **Alt + Left Arrow** doesn\u2019t work to go back, it might be conflicting with another Windows or JAWS binding.\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can also pull together a custom list of the most useful Todoist shortcut combos (for Inbox, Projects, Today, Upcoming, etc.) formatted for use with JAWS (e.g. in big print or for memorization). Would you like that?"
    }
]