Set up Siri Reminders with Notion Tasks database via Shortcuts and Notion API

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Integrate Optimism Fractal notion page with Notion API and Pipedream

What is the easiest way to automatically send reminders on iOS that can be written with Siri, or that can be dictated with Siri, rather? What is the easiest way to send that into a Notion database automatically? Is it by using the Shortcuts app, or is there some other easier way to do this? Secondly, what is the best way to automatically create an inbox system in Notion where you can use it with voice reminders given on your phone by using Siri, but then make sure that you review them every day and then organize them? Thirdly, what is the best way to create an inbox system in Notion where you can use it with voice reminders given on your phone by using Siri, but then make sure that you review them every day and then organize them?

To automatically send reminders into a Notion database using Siri, you're on the right track thinking about using the Shortcuts app on iOS. As of my last update, here's how you could set this up, step by step, and some advice on creating an effective inbox system in Notion for daily review and organization.

Sending Reminders to Notion with Siri and Shortcuts

Use Shortcuts with Siri: The Shortcuts app on iOS is indeed the most straightforward way to integrate Siri-dictated reminders into Notion. You'll create a shortcut that can take dictated input and then send this input to a Notion database using Notion's API.
Setting Up the Notion Integration:

API Access: First, you'll need to enable integration within Notion and generate an API key. You'll have to go to Notion's developer settings to create an integration and obtain the necessary API key.
Database ID: You'll also need the ID of the Notion database you want to send your reminders to. This can be found in the database's URL.

Creating the Shortcut:

In the Shortcuts app, create a new shortcut that starts with a "Dictate Text" action, which will let you speak your reminder.
Then, use a "URL" action where you'll input the Notion API endpoint for adding a page to a database, followed by a "Get Contents of URL" action to make a POST request to Notion's API with your dictated text. Here, you'll include your API key for authentication and specify the database ID and properties according to your database schema.

Running Your Shortcut: You can name this shortcut something memorable and easily invoke it with Siri by saying, for example, "Hey Siri, add reminder to Notion."

Creating an Inbox System in Notion

For creating an inbox system in Notion that you review daily, here's a recommended approach:

Database Setup: Create a new database in Notion for your inbox. You might want columns for the reminder content, date added, priority, and a status tag with options like "To Review", "In Progress", and "Completed".
Daily Review Habit:

Scheduled Time: Set a specific time each day for reviewing your inbox. This could be in the morning as you start your day or in the evening to prepare for the next day.
Sorting and Filtering: Use Notion's filtering options to view only the "To Review" items or sort by priority/date added to manage your tasks efficiently.

Processing Your Inbox:

As you review each item, decide if it's something to be done, delegated, deleted, or deferred. Update the status accordingly.
For items that need action, consider moving them to a more detailed project or task database in Notion and scheduling time to complete them.

Automation for Review Reminder: You can also create a Siri Shortcut to remind you to review your inbox daily at your scheduled time, making the habit stick more easily.

This system combines voice convenience with structured review and organization, leveraging Notion's flexibility and the power of Siri shortcuts. Remember, the key to making this effective is consistency in reviewing and processing your inbox daily.