Completing Tasks

Task Completion Workflow

The completion process depends on how the task was configured. Here are the different workflows:

Simple Completion (No Approval Required)

1. Complete the Work
   Do whatever the task requires according to the description.
2. Click Complete
   Click the checkbox or "Mark Complete" button on the task.
3. Done
   The task moves to Completed status. Points are awarded immediately.

Completion with Approval

1. Complete the Work
   Do whatever the task requires according to the description.
2. Submit for Review
   Click "Submit for Review" - the task enters Pending Review status.
3. Wait for Approval
   Your dominant reviews the submission and approves or rejects.
4. Receive Result
   If approved: task completes, points awarded. If rejected: task returns to In Progress with feedback.

Completion with Proof Required

1. Complete the Work
   Do whatever the task requires and take photo/video proof.
2. Attach Proof
   Click "Add Proof" and upload the required photo or video.
3. Submit
   Submit with the attached proof. You can't complete without the required media.
4. Await Review
   Your dominant reviews the proof and approves or rejects.

Where to Complete Tasks

From The Helm

Your dashboard shows pending tasks with quick-complete buttons:

• Click the checkbox next to any task
• Or click the task to open details and complete from there
• Rituals have special complete buttons with streak indicators

From the Task List

In the main Tasks view:

• Click the checkbox in the task row for quick complete
• Click the task title to open details
• Use the three-dot menu for more options

From Your Inbox

Your Inbox shows tasks requiring attention:

• Sorted by urgency (overdue, due today, due soon)
• Quick-complete available for simple tasks
• Clear visual indicators for overdue items

From Task Details

Open any task to see the full details page with:

• Complete description and instructions
• Attachment upload area
• Comment thread
• History of changes
• Prominent Complete/Submit button

Adding Completion Notes

When completing a task, you can add optional notes:

• Explain what you did
• Note any issues encountered
• Ask follow-up questions
• Provide context for the reviewer

Attaching Proof

Photo Proof

• Tap "Add Photo" and take a new photo or select from library
• Supported formats: JPG, PNG, HEIC
• Photos are automatically compressed for upload
• Multiple photos can be added if required

Video Proof

• Tap "Add Video" and record or select a video
• Supported formats: MP4, MOV
• Videos are compressed to reduce upload time
• Maximum duration depends on your tier

Proof Requirements

If the task requires proof, you'll see indicators showing:

• What type of proof is needed (photo/video)
• Minimum number of items required
• Whether you've satisfied the requirement

The Review Process

For Submissives

After submitting for review:

• The task shows "Pending Review" status
• You can't edit the submission (but can add comments)
• Wait for your dominant to review
• You'll be notified of the result

Approval

When approved:

• Task status changes to Completed
• Points are added to your balance
• The task moves to your completion history
• Your dominant may add praise

Rejection

When rejected:

• Task returns to In Progress status
• You'll see feedback explaining why
• Make corrections and resubmit
• Due date may be extended or unchanged

For Dominants: Reviewing Tasks

Finding Tasks to Review

• The Helm: Pending approvals appear in the Approvals widget
• Tasks page: Filter by "Pending Review" status
• Notifications: You're notified when tasks are submitted

Reviewing a Submission

1. Open the Task
   Click the task from the pending approvals list.
2. Review the Work
   Check completion notes, view attached proof, read any comments.
3. Decide
   Click "Approve" to complete or "Reject" to send back.
4. Add Feedback (Optional)
   Leave a comment or praise, especially for rejection to explain why.

Tracking Your Progress

Completion Statistics

Track your performance over time:

• Tasks completed: Total count
• On-time rate: Percentage completed before due date
• Points earned: Total and recent
• Streak: Consecutive days with task completions

The Helm Progress Rings

Submissives see visual progress indicators:

• Daily progress: Tasks completed today vs. total due
• Weekly progress: Weekly completion rate
• Streak indicator: Current completion streak

Completion History

View your completion history in the Archive:

• All completed tasks with dates
• Filter by date range, tag, or status
• See approval notes and feedback
• Export for personal records

Overdue Tasks

What Happens

When a task passes its due date:

• Status changes to Overdue
• Visual warning in task lists
• Appears prominently in your Inbox
• Consequences may trigger (if configured)

Completing Overdue Tasks

You can still complete overdue tasks:

• Complete as normal
• Marked as "completed late" in history
• Points may be reduced (depends on settings)
• Consequences may still apply

Claiming Unassigned Tasks

If tasks are left unassigned, submissives can claim them:

1. Find an unassigned task in the task list
2. Click "Claim" or "Assign to Me"
3. The task is now yours to complete

This is useful for households where tasks are posted and members choose what to do.