T4: Task Tree Time Totaler for Obsidian
This plugin calculates total time estimates for tasks by summing estimates from their subtasks in a Markdown task tree. It automatically assigns the computed estimate back to parent tasks.
Best For
Key Use Cases
- Project planning with nested tasks
- Time estimation for software development sprints
- Task breakdown and time budgeting
Pros
- Automates summing of subtask estimates
- Reduces manual calculation errors
- Works directly in Markdown files without external tools
Limitations
- Requires consistent estimation format for subtasks
- Limited to tree hierarchies; not for non-nested tasks
- No built-in time tracking or logging
Tags
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