microtask

2. In computing, a tiny unit of work scheduled to run right after the current code finishes.

The browser ran the microtask before updating the screen.

3. In project management, a small piece of a larger task that is easy to track.

We broke the big report into microtasks so nobody felt overwhelmed.

4. In psychology, a brief activity used to distract or calm the mind.

She did a microtask like sorting pens to ease her stress.