Checklist Generator: Create and Track Tasks in Your Browser

Checklists are one of the simplest and most effective productivity tools. Our free Checklist Generator lets you create, manage, and track items directly in your browser. Add items, check them off, reorder them, and export the list as markdown — all saved automatically to localStorage.

How to Use the Checklist

1. Add items: Type a task in the input field and click Add or press Enter
2. Check off items: Click the checkbox next to any item to mark it complete
3. Reorder: Hover over an item to reveal up/down arrows for reordering
4. Delete items: Hover over an item and click the X button to remove it
5. Clear done: Click “Clear Done” to remove all completed items at once
6. Export: Click Export to copy the entire list as markdown to your clipboard

Features

• Progress bar: A visual bar shows what percentage of items are complete, updating in real time
• Completion counter: See “X of Y” items completed at a glance
• Reorder items: Move items up or down in the list using arrow buttons that appear on hover
• Markdown export: Export your checklist in standard markdown format (- [x] for done, - [ ] for pending) with one click
• localStorage persistence: Your checklist is saved automatically and restored when you return
• Hover-reveal controls: Action buttons (reorder, delete) are hidden until you hover over an item, keeping the interface clean

Common Use Cases

• Daily to-do lists: Track your tasks for the day and check them off as you go
• Packing lists: Build a travel packing checklist you can reuse
• Project tasks: Break a project into steps and track progress
• Shopping lists: Create a list and check items off as you shop
• Meeting agendas: List discussion points and mark them as covered
• Onboarding checklists: Track setup steps for a new tool, job, or project

The Markdown Export Format

When you click Export, the checklist is copied to your clipboard in standard markdown checkbox format:

- [x] Set up development environment
- [x] Install dependencies
- [ ] Write unit tests
- [ ] Deploy to staging

This format is compatible with GitHub issues, pull requests, Notion, Obsidian, and most markdown editors.

Tips

• Press Enter after typing an item to add it quickly without clicking the button
• Use “Clear Done” periodically to keep the list focused on remaining tasks
• The progress bar is a quick visual indicator — useful when you have many items
• Export before clearing if you want to keep a record of completed items
• Items are stored per-browser, so use the same browser to access your list

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a limit on how many items I can add? There’s no hard limit. The practical limit is your browser’s localStorage capacity, which is typically 5-10 MB — enough for thousands of items.

Can I share my checklist with others? Use the Export button to copy the markdown, then paste it into any messaging or document tool.

Are my items saved automatically? Yes. Every change (add, check, reorder, delete) is saved to localStorage immediately.

Can I undo a delete? No. Deleting an item is permanent. Be careful when clicking the X button.

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Try our free Checklist Generator to create and track your tasks.