Side Reminder

What is Side Reminder

Side Reminder is a macOS application that provides edge-access to Apple Reminders. It allows users to access their reminders by moving their mouse to the screen edge, making them instantly available without switching applications.

How to use Side Reminder

1. Access Reminders: Move your mouse to the screen edge.
2. Add Reminders: Press Cmd+Shift+V and speak naturally. Voice input is processed on-device.
3. Start Focus Sessions: Select a reminder and start a floating focus timer.
4. Organize: Use drag and drop to reorder reminders or switch between lists with arrow keys.
5. Use CLI: Manage reminders from the terminal using the sidereminder command-line tool.
6. AI Execution: Right-click a reminder and select "Get Things Done with AI" to initiate task execution with AI agents like Claude Code.
7. Kanban Board: Convert reminder lists into kanban boards by adding sections, then drag and drop cards between columns.

Features of Side Reminder

• Edge-access for Apple Reminders
• Voice input with on-device AI
• Floating focus timer
• Drag and drop organization
• Embedded video player for YouTube links
• Keyboard-first workflow
• Syncs with Apple Reminders
• Rich link previews
• CLI tool for terminal management
• AI agent integration (e.g., Claude Code)
• Kanban board view for lists
• Privacy-focused with on-device processing and no data collection

Use Cases of Side Reminder

• Developers: Keep task backlogs visible while coding, add reminders for bugs or TODOs without leaving the editor.
• Designers: Track design feedback, revision notes, and inspiration links, accessible from design software.
• Students: Jot down assignment deadlines, study tasks, and lecture notes using voice input.
• General Users: Quickly capture groceries, appointments, and daily tasks, and check them off efficiently.

FAQ

What is Side Reminder? Side Reminder is a macOS app that keeps Apple Reminders accessible at the screen edge, allowing instant access without switching applications. Voice input is processed on-device.

Does Side Reminder work with Apple Reminders? Yes, it works directly with the built-in Apple Reminders app, syncing all lists, tags, and due dates across devices.

How does voice input work? Press Cmd+Shift+V and speak. On-device AI transcribes your voice into a reminder, with data processed entirely on your Mac.

Is my data private? Yes, Side Reminder prioritizes privacy. Reminders stay in Apple Reminders and iCloud. Voice input is on-device, and the app collects no personal data.

What macOS version is required? macOS 14 Sonoma or later.

Can I use Side Reminder from the terminal or with AI agents? Yes, it includes a CLI tool (sidereminder) for terminal management and integrates with AI agents like Claude Code via slash commands.

How is Side Reminder different from the Reminders app? It's a companion app that provides edge-access, a focus timer, voice input, and keyboard navigation, enhancing the existing Reminders app without requiring app switching.