How do I add a task?

Write it down once, then add the details when you need them.

Works in: the web app at my.humbleai.com, the Humble browser extension, Humble on your phone

Short answer

On the My Tasks card, select New task. Type the task where it says What’s the task?, then select Save.

Add a task

  1. On the My Tasks card, select New task. On the Tasks page, select Add a task.

  2. Type the task where it says What’s the task?

  3. Select Save, or press ⌘/Ctrl Enter.

  4. When you finish, you’ll see this.

You can add a description, a due date and people now or later.

Other ways to add a task

  • Press ⌘/Ctrl K and choose Add new task.
  • In the browser extension, open Tasks and select +. The task is linked to the page you are on.
  • On your phone, tap + and choose Task.

Questions

Where does a new task go?

Into the lane you chose for new tasks: Now, Next, Later or The Pile. Change it from the menu on the add button, under New task goes in.

I closed it by mistake. Is it lost?

If you typed something, Humble asks Discard changes? Choose Keep editing to go back to it.

Last checked against the Humble app: 16 October 2026.