Google Keep Reminders are Moving to Google Tasks.

For years, Google has been working to unify its diverse suite of productivity tools. The latest and most significant step in this effort is the long-awaited migration of Google Keep reminders to Google Tasks. This change aims to make Google Tasks the central hub for all your to-dos across the Google ecosystem, from Gmail and Calendar to Assistant and now, Keep.

The Background: A Long Time Coming.

The integration of reminders has been a gradual process. Back in 2023, Google first announced that it would migrate reminders from Google Calendar and Assistant to Google Tasks. The company later confirmed that Keep reminders would also be part of this consolidation. While the full migration has been pending, Google has provided more concrete details on what to expect.

The transition is set to occur in the second half of 2025, with new reminders created in Keep being automatically saved as tasks in the Google Tasks app.

What This Means for You.

• One Hub for All Your To-Dos: The biggest change is that Google Tasks will become the single, unified solution for managing your to-dos. You will be able to view, edit, and complete reminders created in Keep, as well as those from Calendar and Gemini, all in one place.
• Keep is Still Relevant: You will still be able to create new reminders directly within the Google Keep app. The key difference is that these reminders will be saved to Tasks, and their notifications will be handled by either the Google Tasks or Google Calendar app.
• The Loss of Location-Based Reminders: A notable change is the discontinuation of location-based reminders within Google Keep. This feature will not be carried over to Google Tasks. While any existing location data will be added to the task's description, you will no longer receive notifications based on your physical location.
• Badge for Keep Reminders: To help you distinguish them, reminders that originated in Keep will be badged as "From Keep" within the Google Tasks and Calendar apps.
• Where to find Your Reminders: Once the migration is complete, you will find your reminders in the Tasks calendar within Google Calendar and in the Google Tasks app itself.

This move reinforces Google's strategy to streamline its productivity suite and make Google Tasks the central, cross-platform to-do manager. For Keep users, this is a significant update that will change how they manage their reminders, consolidating their workflow into a single, more powerful system.

Also Read: Google Keep for Android Gains Essential "Sort" Feature for Enhanced Organization.

Google Keep for Android Gains Essential "Sort" Feature for Enhanced Organization.

Key Highlights.

• Google Keep for Android now allows users to sort notes by "Custom," "Date created," or "Date modified."
• This update significantly enhances the ability to manage and find notes within the app, especially for large note collections.
• The sorting capability is currently rolling out to Google Keep on Android (v5.25.312.00.90) via a server-side update.

Google Keep, the minimalist note-taking app beloved for its simplicity and cross-platform syncing, is finally rolling out a long-awaited "Sort by" feature for its Android application. This significant quality-of-life improvement addresses a persistent user request, allowing for much more efficient organization and retrieval of notes.

Previously, Google Keep primarily relied on a reverse chronological order or manual dragging for note arrangement, which could become cumbersome for users with extensive note libraries. The introduction of dedicated sorting options marks a substantial step towards providing users with greater control over their digital thoughts.

New Sorting Options to Tame Your Notes.

The new "Sort by" capability can be found conveniently located within the search bar, next to the existing single or multi-column feed switcher icon. Tapping this new icon reveals a bottom sheet with clear sorting choices:

• Custom: This is the default setting and maintains your manually arranged order (notes can still be dragged and dropped).
• Date created: Organizes notes based on when they were originally made, from newest to oldest or vice-versa.
• Date modified: Sorts notes by their last edited date, keeping your most recently updated thoughts easily accessible.

When a date-based sorting option is active, the sort icon in the search field will visually indicate that it is active, making it clear how your notes are currently organized. Google Keep also intelligently remembers your "Custom" order, so you can always revert to your preferred manual arrangement after using the date-based sorting.

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A Gradual Rollout and Platform Availability.

This highly anticipated feature is rolling out widely to Android users on Google Keep version 5.25.312.00.90, though it appears to be a server-side update, meaning availability may vary even for users on the correct app version. While Android is receiving this update first, there is no immediate confirmation on its rollout to iOS or the web client at this time. The feature also integrates seamlessly with the Material 3 Expressive design language, which many users are beginning to see in the app.

This update transforms Google Keep from a simple dumping ground for thoughts into a more powerful and manageable organizational tool, especially for those juggling a large number of notes and lists.