How to create new tasks in Todoist for completed Asana tasks

Relay.app is an automation tool that lets you automate actions across Asana, Todoist, and many other apps. In this guide, we'll show you how to use Relay.app to automatically run the TodoistCreate task” action for each AsanaTask completed” event.
Asana logoAsana > Todoist
Trigger
Last triggered
Asana logoTask completed
Todoist logoCreate task
1

Set the Asana trigger as "Task completed"

Every playbook starts with a trigger. The trigger detects changes in your connected apps and initiates your playbook's actions.

Click "Add trigger" and select "Task completed" under Asana automation. Then, select the project. This will allow your playbook to automatically detect completed tasks in Asana and initiate necessary actions.

If this is your first time using an Asana integration in the Relay.app, a prompt will guide you through the connection process.

2

Add the "Create task" in Todoist automation

Integrate the Todoist automation into your playbook to ensure the prompt creation of a new task for each completed task in Asana.

Click the "Add step" button, then locate the "Create task" automation for Todoist and input the mandatory and relevant details.

If your Todoist account isn't already connected to Relay.app, you will be prompted to complete that connection. Make sure to allow the necessary permissions for Relay.app to sync with your Todoist account.

3

Activate your Relay.app playbook

Activating your playbook is the final step to automate the creation of a new task in Todoist. Once turned on, it will respond to the completed task in Asana by creating a new task in Todoist without manual intervention.

To enable your playbook, click the toggle button located in the header. It is advisable to perform a test run of your playbook beforehand to ensure all steps work seamlessly together and reminders are being sent correctly.

More how-to guides featuring Asana and Todoist

See all how-to guides ➔
Asana iconTodoist icon
Automatically create a task in Asana from every new Todoist projects
Looking to seamlessly integrate your task management between Todoist and Asana? This integration has you covered! With the Relay.app, creating a new project in Todoist automatically generates a corresponding task in Asana. This means less time spent on manual data entry and more time focusing on your tasks. It's a straightforward way to keep your projects organized across both platforms, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks.
Asana iconTodoist icon
Automatically complete a Todoist task when the corresponding Asana task is completed
Looking to streamline your task management across Todoist and Asana? This integration has you covered! With Relay.app, completing a task in Asana automatically marks the corresponding task as complete in Todoist. Say goodbye to manual updates and hello to synchronized task completion. It's a seamless way to ensure your task lists stay in sync across both platforms, saving you time and keeping your productivity on point.
Asana iconTodoist icon
Create a corresponding task in Asana from new Todoist tasks
Ready to effortlessly sync your tasks between Todoist and Asana? With this guide, it's a breeze! Whenever you create a new task in Todoist, Relay.app automatically generates a corresponding task in Asana. Say goodbye to the hassle of manually duplicating tasks and hello to streamlined task management. It's a simple yet effective way to ensure all your tasks are centralized and organized across both platforms, helping you stay productive and focused on what matters most.

What will you automate?

Sign up and get started with your first Relay.app playbook today.
Background image