Things 3 for Mac v3.15.19 Chinese Activation Version Download

Things 3 is an elegant and efficient task management application designed specifically for macOS and the Apple ecosystem. It is renowned for its intuitive interface, powerful organizational capabilities, and seamless iCloud synchronization, helping users transform ideas, projects, and responsibilities into clear and actionable task lists. This guide aims to provide a comprehensive manual from beginner to expert levels. Whether you are a novice to the GTD methodology or a seasoned efficiency tool user, this guide will help you better master Things 3.

一、核心界面与工作区详解

The main interface of Things 3 adopts a classic three-column design, with a clear and logical structure. This layout draws inspiration from the native Mail application of macOS, making it easy for new users to quickly get started. The left side is the navigation area, the middle is the content list, and the right side is the inspector. These three work together to form an efficient task processing flow.

1. 左侧边栏（导航区）：
   • 收件箱：所有新添加任务的临时存放处，是任务处理的起点。建议每天早晚各清空一次收件箱，养成良好习惯。
   • 今天：显示所有计划在今天完成的任务。这是你每日工作的核心战场。
   • 计划：一个按日期排列的日历视图，用于安排未来某天的任务。支持将任务直接拖拽到具体日期上。
   • 随时：存放没有具体截止日期，但希望在未来某个时间处理的任务。适合那些“有时间再做”的事项。
   • 某天：存放那些“也许有一天”会做的想法或任务。这是一个灵感收集区，可以大胆记录。
   • 项目：所有已创建项目的列表。项目是任务的容器，用于组织复杂的工作流。
   • 职责范围：用于对任务和项目进行更高维度的分类（如“工作”、“家庭”、“个人”）。这是 Things 3 与其他工具的主要区别之一。
   • 日志：所有已完成任务的归档记录。它不仅是完成清单，更是你工作成果的见证。
2. 中间主列表（内容区）：
   • 根据左侧选中的区域，动态显示对应的任务或项目列表。
   • 每个任务项都清晰展示标题、标签、截止日期和备注图标。
   • 支持通过拖拽在列表间、日期间或项目间移动任务。拖拽时会有平滑的动画反馈，体验极佳。
3. 右侧检查器（详情与编辑区）：
   • 当选中的一个任务或项目时，此区域会展开。它默认是隐藏的，点击任务或按下快捷键即可呼出。
   • 可在此处编辑任务的详细信息：截止日期、提醒时间、重复周期、标签、备注，以及将其关联到某个项目或职责范围。备注区域支持 Markdown 语法，可以插入链接、列表和代码块。

二、完整操作流程：从创建到完成

The following is a complete loop process for managing a task from scratch. This workflow follows the core idea of “Capture-Process-Organize-Action-Review” from the GTD methodology, but Things 3 simplifies it to the extreme.

1. 快速捕获任务

2. 处理与组织任务（从收件箱开始）

1. 打开收件箱：点击左侧边栏的“收件箱”，或使用快捷键 ⌘Command + 1。这是每日任务处理的起点。
2. 完善任务细节：点击收件箱中的某个任务，右侧检查器将打开。根据任务性质，逐一完善以下信息：
   • 设置截止日期：点击“截止日期”字段，选择日期。快捷键：⌘Command + Shift + D。建议只对真正有时间要求的任务设置截止日期，避免过度规划。
   • 设置提醒：点击“提醒”字段，设置具体时间。支持设置提前提醒，比如提前15分钟。
   • 添加标签：点击“标签”字段，输入已有标签名或创建新标签。标签是跨项目的分类方式，比如“电话”、“邮件”、“创意”。

3. Creating and Managing Projects

1. Create a New Project：Click the “+” button next to the “Projects” header in the left sidebar, or use the shortcut ⌘Command + Shift + N. Project names are recommended to start with a verb, such as “Write Annual Report” instead of “Annual Report.”
2. Edit a Project：Select the project and make changes in the right inspector to set the project title, notes, due date, and assign responsibilities. Project notes can be used to record background information or key resource links.
3. Add Tasks to a Project：Enter a project to add tasks by clicking the “Add Task” button at the bottom or pressing Return. It’s recommended to break down projects into 5-10 specific, actionable tasks.
4. Structure Projects：Projects can be organized into “Titles” (a grouping method) by adding a colon at the end of a task title. For example, “Project Phase 1:” will automatically turn the task into a blue title. Titles can be collapsed to manage large projects more efficiently.

4. Executing and Completing Tasks

1. View Today View：Click the “Today” section or use the shortcut ⌘Command + 2 to focus on today’s tasks. This view displays all tasks with due dates today, planned for today, or dragged into today.
2. Complete a Task：Click the circle before a task or select a task and press ⌘Command + . (period). Completed tasks disappear from the current list and move to the “Log.” The satisfying tick sound accompanies this process.
3. Delay a Task：If a task cannot be completed today, drag it from the “Today” section to “Anytime,” or right-click to select “Move to Anytime.” Shortcut: Control + Shift + T can move selected tasks to the “Today” section.

5. Review and Archive

1. View the Log：Click the “Log” section to review all completed tasks, grouped by date. The log is an excellent resource for weekly reviews, helping you see your productivity.
2. Archive Completed Projects：When all tasks in a project are completed, the project circle will automatically be checked. You can manually drag it to the “Log” for archiving. After archiving, the project will disappear from the “Projects” list, but you can still view it in the log.

Three, Advanced Features

1. Natural Language Input：When creating a task, you can directly input “3 PM tomorrow” or “Monday” in the title, and Things will automatically set the due date and repeat cycle. Additionally, inputting “#Work” can quickly add a tag, and “@ProjectA” can quickly associate a project.
2. Quick Search and Filtering：Use the search box in the bottom right corner (shortcut ⌘Command + F) to search for titles and use advanced syntax like tag:Work today to find tasks with the “Work” tag and due today. Search syntax supports combining queries, greatly enhancing efficiency.
3. Add Tasks via Email：In Things 3’s settings → General, find your unique email address. Send an email to this address, and the email subject will become a new task in the inbox. The email body will automatically become the task’s notes. This feature is ideal for quickly collecting tasks when you’re not at your computer and can use your phone.
4. Mark as Important：Although Things doesn’t have traditional priority numbers, you can add a tag like “🔥” or “Important” to important tasks. You can quickly locate these tasks by searching or filtering for the tag. You can also manually drag the most important tasks to the top of the “Today” view.
5. Integrate with Reminders App：In Things’s settings → General, enable the “Reminders” import. Then, when you say “Remind me…” to Siri on your iPhone, the task will automatically appear in the inbox of Things. This is the best practice for seamlessly integrating voice input into Things.

Four, Common FAQs