Routine guide

Digital Declutter

A repeatable routine to clean up your inbox, files and apps so your digital world feels lighter.

Digital clutter is easy to ignore until it slows you down. This routine gives you a simple, repeatable way to tidy your inbox, files and apps.

When to use this routine

Use this routine monthly or whenever your digital spaces start to feel noisy again.

Steps in this routine

  1. 1.

    Tidy your inbox

    Archive or delete old newsletters, unsubscribe from noise and flag only what truly needs action.

  2. 2.

    Clear desktop and downloads

    Move files into simple folders or delete what you no longer need from your desktop and downloads.

  3. 3.

    Organise cloud folders

    Create a few clear folders for current projects and move stray documents into them.

  4. 4.

    Review apps and tools

    Remove or hide apps you do not use, and tidy the home screen on your phone or tablet.

Tips for running this routine

FAQ

Should I delete or archive old email?

If you are unsure, archiving is usually safer. You can always search later, but you do not need to see the messages every day.

Use this routine in RoutineHQ

Save this template as a reusable routine, tweak the steps and run it in Run Mode whenever you need it.

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