Tips for Being Organized & Efficient Online
How to use this page
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to staying organized or efficient online. Instead, the ed tech team has curated a list of tools and processes to help you identify the organizational setup that works for you .
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Organize your Digital Life
Learn tips on Google Drive, gmail, keep, tasks, bookmark bar and end of the year cleanup!
Control F
When clicking Control F on any given web page you are able to search for key words.
Searching the School Leader Playbook
Building off of the "Control F" video, search and refine your search to find exactly what you are looking for quickly. Video Walkthrough
Google Tasks
If you are someone who usually finds themselves surrounded by sticky notes and to-do lists, Google Tasks is right up your alley.
Google Keep
Capture ideas with your voice, add images to notes, check tasks off your to-do list, and much more. With Google Keep, you can create, share, and collaborate with people on notes and lists.
Upload and/or copy existing templates from other APS users
Labels (folder for emails)
Gmail label is a tag that can be added to every email you receive or send. You can also add them to drafts. These labels can be used to keep your inbox organized. They are similar to folders, however, unlike folders, you can apply more than one label to a single message.
Quickly find emails by searching
Save Time With Canned Responses
Finding yourself writing the same email several times? Create a template with a canned response
Add Stars and Icons to Your Emails
Create Calendar Event from Gmail
Learn how to use priority workspaces and search functions to optimize your Google Drive.
Identify the most important emails in your inbox.
Meeting Scheduler
Set up a "book me link" for teachers, staff, or parents to book an appointment with you.
