Answer - planning and organisation apps

Planning and organisation can be challenging for many dyslexic people, so it is important to develop coping strategies that work for you. No two people are the same and different things work for different people.

There are many free apps which can be downloaded to enable you to keep track of everything you need to do. Apps can help take the hard work out of staying organised; save a lot of time and effort and have the added benefit of being there on your mobile device whenever and wherever you need them.

Here are some examples of the types of things that apps can do:

Calendars and diaries – an electronic calendar can be used to access and update appointments on the go and send reminders to your mobile device. Most can be linked to other calendars so you can coordinate home and work commitments or share with colleagues or family.

Digital documents are easy to store and convenient to access. Many apps enable colour coding to aid filing and retrieval.

Reminders can help you remember an important task, a deadline, or appointment. On most apps you can choose to set alarms or text notifications reminders. There are even post-it notes style apps.

Task and To Do lists enable you to create and manage daily tasks. Some enable you to allocate times, prioritise jobs and organise your day.

An online search will give you a long list of possible apps to try. YouTube videos can demonstrate some of the functionality available. The best apps are those that have the functionality you need, so it can be a good idea to think about what will work for you.

Consider signing up for a free trial period or downloading free apps – it can take time to find out which apps work best for you.