- the [[{4.4} what is the getting things done methodology|gtd method]] encourages storing next actions in context-specific lists. - context is a filter to determine what is possible to do *right now*. - filters might include the tools you have access to, the location you’re in, or other circumstances. - for example: - `chop an onion` is something to do in the `kitchen` and not relevant when i’m working in my `office`. - `call the client` is something to do when you’re on your `phone` and not relevant when you’re `out` running errands. - this is a more concrete way of deciding *what* to do than prioritizing based on importance or urgency; even if something is extremely important, it can’t get done until you’re in the appropriate context. - those of us who work online / from home have much less physical separation between our tasks and location-based contexts might not feel applicable. - in these cases, contexts might be more focused on tools or types of work. - for example, next actions to complete in `email` vs. `crm` vs. `design software`.