Master visual task management for construction - from first task to power user
Get your first task created and sent in 5 minutes or less
Take a photo of the job site or problem area
Tap to place numbered markers where work is needed
Share via SMS, WhatsApp, or email
A complete walkthrough with tips for best results
Make sure you have camera permission enabled:
SMPLTSK uses a two-phase workflow that keeps you focused:
Walk the site and quickly tap locations where work is needed. Don't stop to write descriptions - just tap, tap, tap to mark everything.
When you've placed all markers, tap the forward arrow → to go to the DESCRIBE screen.
Now you'll see all your markers in a list. Tap each one to add descriptions.
On the DESCRIBE screen, tap the folder icon 📁 (top right) to organize this image:
Example: Assign to Folder "Main Street Renovation" → File "Electrical" so you can find all electrical tasks for that job instantly.
Once you've added descriptions to all markers, choose what to do with this task batch:
Automatic Updates:
Where to Find Sent Tasks:
Your competitive advantage - find any job photo instantly instead of scrolling through hundreds
The Problem: You've taken 500+ photos on your phone. Now you need "that plumbing photo from the Main Street job." You scroll... and scroll... and scroll. Family photos, screenshots, other jobs... where IS that photo?
Time wasted: 1-3 minutes every single time you search. Multiply by 10 searches per day = 10-30 minutes daily just hunting for photos.
The SMPLTSK Solution: Hierarchical folder organization.
Two-Level Hierarchy:
Example Structure:
Best for builders managing multiple jobs simultaneously.
Best for electricians, plumbers, or other trades working across multiple sites.
Combine project and trade for complex jobs.
Multiple Categories: Need to assign one image to both "Electrical" and "Defects"? Select both before tapping Apply.
Create On-The-Fly: If the right Folder/File doesn't exist yet, tap Create button right from the "Select Folders" screen.
Edit/Delete: Use the Edit button to rename Folders/Files, or Delete button to remove ones you no longer need.
Once you've organized your images, finding them is instant.
How to work effectively with your team using SMPLTSK
SMPLTSK works with your phone's native sharing options. Choose based on your recipient's preferences:
How Comments Work:
Best Practices for Comments:
Important Security Feature: Once a task batch is sent, it cannot be edited. This prevents accidental or intentional deletion of tasks by team members.
If you need to add more tasks after sending:
Power user features to maximize efficiency
If you've enabled Microphone permission, you can dictate task descriptions instead of typing.
If you've enabled Location permission, SMPLTSK can add GPS coordinates to your tasks.
Benefits:
Privacy Note: Location data is stored in your Firebase account and accessed only through your device. SMPLTSK staff cannot see your location data.
Understanding Batches: Each time you send a task (or group of tasks on one photo), it becomes a "batch." You can have multiple batches for the same photo.
Why Multiple Batches Are Useful:
Control how and when SMPLTSK notifies you:
Free Version Limits: 1 image with up to 6 markers
Paid Plans:
Industry-specific workflows to maximize SMPLTSK's value
Traditional Way: Walk around with clipboard and notepad, write notes, try to remember locations, type it up later into formal defects list.
SMPLTSK Way:
Morning Routine:
End-of-Day Review:
Before Work Starts:
During Work:
After Completion:
Documenting Work for Warranty Claims:
Recurring Maintenance:
Clear Scope Definition:
Progress Payments:
Real-world examples of SMPLTSK in action
Advanced techniques from experienced SMPLTSK users
Track Your Time Savings:
At a conservative $50/hour rate, that's $125-250 per week saved, or $6,500-$13,000 per year in time value recovered.
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