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How to Change Theme in Microsoft To Do

Updated on:
April 6, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to change your theme in Microsoft To Do.

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Changing the theme allows you to personalize your workspace with different colors or background images to make each list visually distinct.

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  1. On your Microsoft 365 main dashboard, click the App launcher in the upper-left corner.
  2. From the app list, select To Do to open Microsoft To Do.
  3. Select the specific list from the left-hand sidebar that you would like to customize.
  4. Click the three dots (More menu) located in the top right corner of the list header.
  5. Choose Change theme from the dropdown menu to open the theme picker.
  6. Select a solid color if you prefer a clean, minimal look for your tasks.
  7. Your newly changed theme will now reflect your personal style every time you open that list.

📌 Why this matters

Customizing your list themes transforms chaotic task management into an intuitive visual system. You can instantly distinguish between work projects, personal goals, and family responsibilities through color coding, eliminating the mental friction of scanning through identical-looking lists.

Beyond aesthetics, themed lists create psychological boundaries that help you mentally shift between different contexts and priorities. When your work tasks appear in professional blues and your vacation planning shows up in vibrant oranges, your brain processes the switch faster, making you more focused and efficient.

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