Notes

Notes is the built-in memo taking app for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, and Mac. It debuted with the original iPhone as part of iPhone OS 1.0 and has persisted ever since. Apple added a version of Notes to the Mac with OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, and Notes are also available and accessible via the web at iCloud.com.
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How to scan documents on iPhone
By John-Anthony Disotto last updated
How to scan documents on iPhone so you never need a scanner again.

How to sync Notes for iPhone and iPad
By Joseph Keller, Christine Chan last updated
The Notes app that is built in to your iPhone is great for storing snippets of text or quick sketches, and you can use it with iCloud, Gmail, or Exchange. Here's how to get it set up.

How to add lines and grids in the Notes app on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan last updated
Did you know you can add lines and grids in the Notes app for a handwritten notes? Here's how to get all of that set up.

How to hide photos on iPhone in secure folders
By Christine Chan published
There may come a time when you want to hide some photos or video on your iPhone from others. Here are a few ways to go about it.

How to use Instant Notes on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan, Luke Filipowicz published
Instant Notes is a feature that allows you to quickly start up a new note in the Notes app, right from the Lock Screen. Here's how it works.

How to use tables in Notes on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan published
You can create and edit tables right in the Notes app on your iPhone or iPad. Here’s how!

How to take notes with Siri on iPhone and iPad
By Luke Filipowicz published
You're never too busy to take a note with Siri.

How to add photos, videos, scans, and sketches to Notes on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan published

How to format Notes for the iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan published
Sometimes your notes are going to need a little more pizzazz. Here's how to format your text so that it's easier to read and refer to later.

How to add photos, sketches, links, locations, and more to Notes on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan published
Notes lets you collect and organize all your links, locations, photos, videos, and more! Here's how to spruce up your Notes.

How to create Notes on iPhone or iPad
By Christine Chan published
Notes is a built-in app on your iPhone or iPad that helps you jot down quick text or sketches. Here's how to get the most out of the app on your devices.

How to use tags in Notes on iPhone and iPad
By Luke Filipowicz published
Tags allow you to group your notes together by using hashtags. They're a great way to keep your notes organized in iOS. Here's how to use tags in the Notes app.

How to collaborate with others in the Notes app on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan, Lory Gil published
Have some ideas or grocery lists in your Notes app that you want to share with others? It's easy to share and collaborate, here's how!

How to sketch in Notes on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan published
You may think of Notes as just for quick text notes and links, but did you know you can sketch with it too? Here's the down low on how to sketch right in Notes on your iPhone and iPad!

Notes created on iOS 15, macOS Monterey might not work on older versions
By Oliver Haslam published

How to lock Notes on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan, Sergio Velasquez published
Protecting your notes on the Notes app is possible and pretty easy to do. You can lock your notes with a password, Face ID, or Touch ID. Here's how!

How to customize the Notes app on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan, Mick Symons published
You can customize your experience in the Notes app so that everything works the way you want it to — from starting a new note on the title to setting a password to protect your information.
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