How to Use the New AI Features in OmniFocus, the Power User’s To-Do List

November 20, 2025

TL;DR

Omni Group is integrating AI into its OmniFocus app with a focus on privacy and user control.
AI features are not prominently displayed but are available as tools for creating or installing automations.
Users need macOS, iOS, or iPadOS '26' and an updated version of OmniFocus to utilize these AI features.
The AI integration utilizes Apple's Foundation large language model via new APIs.
Omni provides an automation directory where users can find and install AI-powered plugins.
Examples of automations include breaking tasks into subtasks and creating tasks from clipboard content.
Omni Group offers extensive documentation and open-source code for its AI integrations.
The company aims for an 'invisible' AI integration, where features are used seamlessly within workflows.