Priority Matrix
NewEisenhower matrix for task prioritization
How to Use Priority Matrix
- 1Add tasks to any quadrant
- 2Drag tasks between quadrants as priorities change
- 3Export your matrix to clipboard
- 4Clear completed tasks
About Priority Matrix
The Eisenhower Matrix is a timeless decision-making framework that helps you prioritize tasks by urgency and importance. Used by President Dwight D. Eisenhower and popularized by Stephen Covey, this matrix divides tasks into four quadrants: Do First (urgent + important), Schedule (not urgent + important), Delegate (urgent + not important), and Eliminate (not urgent + not important).
Our Priority Matrix provides a clean, visual interface for organizing your tasks. Add tasks to any quadrant with a single click, drag and drop to reprioritize as circumstances change, and focus your energy on what truly matters.
Perfect for weekly planning, daily standups, or anytime you feel overwhelmed by competing demands. All data is stored locally in your browser — no account required, complete privacy.
Key Features of Priority Matrix
- Four quadrants: Do First, Schedule, Delegate, Eliminate
- Drag-and-drop task repositioning between quadrants
- Quick-add input for each quadrant
- Task count badges showing items per quadrant
- Color-coded quadrants for visual clarity
- Export matrix to clipboard or image
- Clear completed tasks with one click
- Auto-save to localStorage
Examples
Weekly work planning
Organize your week using the Eisenhower Matrix.
Input
Q1: 'Server outage', Q2: 'Write quarterly report', Q3: 'Answer Slack messages', Q4: 'Browse industry news'
Output
Clear view shows 1 crisis, 1 important project, 2 distractions to minimize
Daily task triage
Sort incoming tasks and requests by priority.
Input
Add tasks as they arrive throughout the day
Output
End-of-day review shows which quadrant consumed most attention
Common Use Cases
- Weekly planning sessions to align tasks with priorities
- Daily standup preparation for focused work
- Managing competing requests from multiple stakeholders
- Deciding what to delegate vs. do yourself
- Identifying and eliminating time-wasting activities
- Strategic planning to focus on important-but-not-urgent work
Troubleshooting
Too many tasks in 'Do First' quadrant
Solution
If everything is urgent, nothing is. Challenge whether each task truly requires immediate action. Move non-critical items to Schedule or Delegate.
Confusing urgent with important
Solution
Urgent = demands immediate attention. Important = contributes to long-term goals. Many urgent tasks are not important.
Tasks stuck in wrong quadrant
Solution
Priorities change. Drag tasks between quadrants as circumstances evolve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Eisenhower Matrix?
A decision-making framework that categorizes tasks by urgency and importance into four quadrants: Do First (urgent+important), Schedule (not urgent+important), Delegate (urgent+not important), and Eliminate (not urgent+not important).
What belongs in the 'Eliminate' quadrant?
Tasks that are neither urgent nor important: mindless social media, excessive TV, busywork that doesn't move goals forward, meetings without clear purpose.
How do I move tasks between quadrants?
Drag and drop any task to a different quadrant, or use the move arrows on each task card.
Is my matrix data private?
Yes, all tasks are stored locally in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server.
How do I move tasks between quadrants?
Drag and drop any task to a different quadrant, or use the move arrows on each task card.
Can I export my priority matrix?
Yes, click the Export button to copy all quadrants and tasks to your clipboard, or download as an image.
Is my matrix data private?
Yes, all tasks are stored locally in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server.
What happens if I close the tab?
Your matrix is auto-saved after every change. When you return, all tasks will be exactly where you left them.