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Overview

AniDojo’s list system lets you organize, track, and manage your entire anime collection. Keep track of what you’re watching, what you’ve completed, and what you plan to watch next—all synced across devices.
Lists sync in real-time using Supabase, so your progress is never lost.

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List Categories

Watching

Currently watching anime with episode progress tracking

Completed

Finished anime with completion dates and ratings

On Hold

Temporarily paused anime you plan to resume

Dropped

Discontinued anime you stopped watching

Plan to Watch

Watchlist of anime you want to start

Custom Lists

Create custom collections for any purpose

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Adding Anime to Lists

1

Find the Anime

Search for anime using the search page or browse recommendations.
2

Click Add to List

Click the “Add” or ”+” button on any anime card.
3

Choose Status

Select the appropriate list category:
  • Watching if you’re currently watching it
  • Plan to Watch if you want to watch later
  • Completed if you’ve already finished it
4

Set Details (Optional)

Add extra information:
  • Episodes watched
  • Your rating (1-10)
  • Start/finish dates
  • Personal notes
  • Tags
  • Priority level
5

Save Entry

Click “Save” to add the anime to your list.

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Managing Your Lists

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View Your Lists

Navigate to My Lists from the main menu to see all your anime.

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Status Tabs

Switch between categories using the tabs at the top: 
[All (247)] [Watching (12)] [Completed (185)] [On Hold (8)] [Dropped (5)] [Plan to Watch (37)]
Each tab shows the count of anime in that category.

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Search & Filter

The list search is instant and searches across titles, notes, and tags.
Find anime quickly by typing:
  • Anime title (English or Japanese)
  • Notes content
  • Tags
  • Studio or genre names

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Sort Options

Organize your list by:
  • Title (A-Z): Alphabetical order
  • Title (Z-A): Reverse alphabetical
  • Score (High to Low): Best rated first
  • Score (Low to High): Lowest rated first
  • Date Added: Recently added first
  • Last Updated: Recently modified first
  • Progress: Most complete first

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View Modes

Choose your preferred layout:

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Cards View

Visual grid layout showing:
  • Large cover art
  • Title and status badge
  • Episode progress bar
  • Star rating
  • Quick action buttons (View, Edit, +1 Episode)
Cards view is best for browsing visually and tracking progress at a glance.

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Table View

Spreadsheet-style layout with columns:
  • Anime (thumbnail + title)
  • Type (TV, Movie, OVA, etc.)
  • Progress (X/Y episodes)
  • Score (visual stars)
  • Status (colored badge)
  • Date Added
  • Actions (View, Edit, Delete)
Table view is ideal for bulk editing and sorting large collections.

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Compact View

Condensed list with:
  • Small thumbnail
  • Title and progress
  • Status badge
  • Quick actions
Best for quickly scanning long lists.

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Tracking Progress

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Episode Tracking

Mark episodes as watched:
  1. Manual Entry: Edit anime entry and update episode count
  2. Quick +1 Button: Click ”+” button on anime card to increment by one
  3. Bulk Update: Edit multiple episodes at once
When you reach the final episode, status automatically changes to “Completed.”

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Progress Bar

Visual indicator shows completion: 
// From ~/workspace/source/src/app/my-lists/page.tsx:797
Progress: 12/26 episodes (46% complete)
Progress bars update in real-time as you watch.

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Auto-Complete

When episode count equals total episodes, AniDojo automatically:
  • Changes status to “Completed”
  • Sets finish date to today
  • Prompts for rating (if not rated)

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Rating System

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10-Point Scale

Rate anime from 1-10 using visual stars: 
★★★★★★★★★★ (10/10) - Masterpiece
★★★★★★★★★☆ (9/10) - Excellent  
★★★★★★★★☆☆ (8/10) - Very Good
★★★★★★★☆☆☆ (7/10) - Good
★★★★★★☆☆☆☆ (6/10) - Fine
★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆ (5/10) - Average
Your ratings feed into statistics and AI recommendations. Rate honestly to get better suggestions!

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When to Rate

You can rate anime:
  • Before watching (based on trailer/reputation)
  • While watching (update as you progress)
  • After completing (final rating)
  • At any time (edit anytime)

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List Statistics

View detailed stats about your collection:
1

Click Stats Button

In the toolbar, click “Stats” to open the sidebar panel.
2

View Overview

See four key metrics:
  • Total Anime
  • Episodes Watched
  • Days Watched
  • Mean Score
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Status Breakdown

View distribution across statuses:
  • Watching: 12 anime
  • Completed: 185 anime
  • On Hold: 8 anime
  • Dropped: 5 anime
  • Plan to Watch: 37 anime

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Statistics Calculated

// From ~/workspace/source/src/app/my-lists/page.tsx:299
const calculateStats = (entries: AnimeEntry[]): ListStats => {
  const totalAnime = entries.length;
  const episodesWatched = entries.reduce((sum, entry) => sum + entry.episodesWatched, 0);
  const daysWatched = Math.round(episodesWatched * 24 / 1440);
  const meanScore = ratedEntries.reduce((sum, entry) => sum + (entry.score || 0), 0) / ratedEntries.length;
  // ...
}

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Advanced Features

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Bulk Edit Mode

Edit multiple anime at once:
1

Enable Bulk Edit

Click “Bulk Edit” in the toolbar. Checkboxes appear on all entries.
2

Select Entries

Click checkboxes to select anime (or “Select All”).
3

Choose Action

Available bulk actions:
  • Change Status
  • Add Tags
  • Set Priority
  • Delete
4

Apply Changes

Click “Apply” to update all selected entries.
Bulk delete is permanent and cannot be undone. Make sure you select the correct entries.

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Tags & Organization

Add custom tags to organize anime:
  • Genre Tags: “Mecha”, “Isekai”, “Sports”
  • Mood Tags: “Feel-good”, “Dark”, “Intense”
  • Viewing Tags: “Rewatching”, “With Friends”, “Dubbed”
  • Priority Tags: “Must Watch”, “Low Priority”
Tags are searchable! Type “#tag-name” in the search bar to filter by tag.

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Personal Notes

Add private notes to any anime entry:
  • Thoughts and impressions
  • Episode highlights
  • Questions or predictions
  • Recommendations to share
  • Watch context (when/where/with whom)
Notes are private and only visible to you. Use them freely for personal tracking.

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Custom Lists

Create themed collections:
  1. Click “Create Custom List”
  2. Name your list (e.g., “Best Romance”, “Summer 2024”)
  3. Add description (optional)
  4. Set privacy (Public/Private)
  5. Add anime to the list
Custom lists can include anime from any status category. Perfect for creating themed collections or ranking lists.

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Import & Export

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Import from MAL

Import your existing MyAnimeList:
1

Export from MAL

On MyAnimeList, export your list as XML or JSON.
2

Click Import

In AniDojo, navigate to My Lists → Import.
3

Upload File

Select your exported MAL file.
4

Map Fields

Confirm field mappings (status, score, episodes).
5

Import

Click “Import” to add entries to your lists.

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Export Your Data

Download your AniDojo lists: 
// From ~/workspace/source/src/app/my-lists/page.tsx:1093
const dataStr = JSON.stringify(animeEntries, null, 2);
const dataBlob = new Blob([dataStr], { type: 'application/json' });
link.download = 'my-anime-list.json';
Click “Export Lists” to download as JSON. Use for:
  • Backup
  • Importing to other services
  • Data analysis
  • Sharing with friends
Export your lists regularly as backup! While AniDojo syncs to the cloud, it’s always good to have a local copy.

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Quick Actions

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Watch Next Episode

For anime you’re watching, click the ”+” button to:
  • Increment episode count by 1
  • Update last watched date
  • Auto-complete if final episode

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Quick Edit Modal

Click “Edit” on any anime for fast updates:

Status

Change between Watching, Completed, On Hold, etc.

Episodes

Update episode count with number input

Rating

Rate using slider or star selector

Notes

Quick note entry (500 character limit)
Changes save instantly.

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Favorite Anime

Mark anime as favorites:
  1. Edit anime entry
  2. Check “Add to Favorites”
  3. Save changes
Favorites appear:
  • In your profile’s Favorites section
  • Highlighted in your lists (heart icon)
  • In search results (if filtering)
Limit favorites to 10-20 anime for best curation. These represent your absolute top picks!

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Priority Levels

Set priority for Plan to Watch anime:
  • High: Watch soon
  • Medium: Standard priority
  • Low: Watch eventually
Sort by priority to see what to watch next.

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Next Steps

Write Reviews

Review anime from your completed list

View Profile

See your stats and achievements

Get Recommendations

Find new anime based on your lists

Search Anime

Discover more anime to add to your lists

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Tips & Best Practices

Stay Organized: Update your lists regularly. Mark episodes watched soon after viewing for accurate stats.
Use Tags: Tag anime for easy filtering. Create tags like “#rewatch”, “#favorites”, “#seasonal” to organize your collection.
Rate Everything: Rating anime improves recommendations. Even a quick 1-10 rating helps the AI understand your tastes.
Notes Are Private: Don’t be shy! Use notes freely for personal tracking, theories, or reminders.

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Troubleshooting

Duplicate anime in lists: AniDojo prevents duplicates automatically. If you try to add an anime that’s already in your lists, you’ll be prompted to edit the existing entry instead.
Progress not saving: Make sure you click “Save” after editing. Changes don’t auto-save to prevent accidental updates.

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