Google has rolled out a long-anticipated update that finally lets users carve out dedicated, distraction-free time for Google Tasks directly within Google Calendar.
This marks a major win for productivity enthusiasts who have long relied on workarounds—like scheduling fake meetings—to block off time for deep work. The new feature treats your tasks as full-fledged calendar events, complete with a “Busy” status to help safeguard your focus.
At the heart of this update is the tighter integration between Google Tasks and Google Calendar’s scheduling capabilities. Now, when you need to concentrate on a report or project, you can create a task right in your calendar, and it will function just like any other reserved time slot.
According to the Google Workspace update announcement, the process is straightforward: “Select an open time slot on your calendar > Click ‘Task.’ From there, you can add a relevant task and description, and customize details like visibility and Do Not Disturb settings. This way, you can focus on a specific task without interruptions.”
Key features include:
- Time Allocation: Assign a specific time block to a particular task.
- Availability Status: Your calendar will show as “Busy” during this period.
- Distraction Prevention: Users can automatically decline conflicting meeting requests and enable “Do Not Disturb” mode for truly focused sessions.
This gives your to-do list the dedicated calendar real estate it deserves, effectively transforming simple checklist items into scheduled work sessions.
Better Alignment Between Tasks and Time
One of the most practical benefits is the seamless link between your calendar and to-do list. Time slots assigned in the calendar are directly tied to specific tasks, offering an ideal way to bridge scheduling and task management.
Tasks don’t vanish once the allocated time ends. Instead, “You’ll still see the task in your task list and receive reminders until it’s completed,” notes the Google Workspace Update blog. This dual functionality ensures you’re reminded both when to work on a task and what remains unfinished.
Rollout Details for All Users
This productivity upgrade isn’t limited to large organizations—it’s available to “all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual subscribers, and users with personal Google accounts.”
The feature began its phased rollout to Rapid Release domains on November 6, 2025. For Scheduled Release domains, the gradual rollout starts on December 1, 2025, with full availability expected across all accounts by mid-December. Since there’s no admin control required, the feature will be enabled by default as soon as it reaches your account.
This small yet powerful enhancement is expected to significantly boost productivity for millions who rely on Google Calendar to manage their daily workflows.
