What is the best feature of the Apple iPhone?
Some users say it is the camera, others say it’s the screen – but many IT professionals and long-standing iPhone users say something completely different.
It’s the brilliant iPhone Notes App. Have you discovered it yet? Do you realize how useful it can be?
The Notes App is such a simple and user-friendly tool that many users don’t realize how clever and sophisticated it is. From noting the price of potatoes at the market to comparing the winning hands when discussing the rules of poker, it’s a tool that can make you much more efficient.
Yes, it allows iPhone owners to jot down quick ideas, shopping lists, thoughts, reminders, and temporary information. – but it can do a whole lot more too.
Amazingly many users of the phone don’t really understand or take advantage of this free facility and all the options it offers.
So here are some of the best reasons to get to know and grow to love the iPhone Notes App:
It’s So Easy to Make a Note
To create a note of any kind, you can simply open the App from the desktop by tapping on the yellow-topped notepad symbol.
Then make a new note by tapping on the + icon.
All you have to do once it is open is simply type, paste, or even sketch a freehand scribble. You’ve made your first note!
Formatting Your Notes
The Notes App can format any notes you make. That means you can change the text to bold, italic, or underlined fonts. Also, you can change the text size and add bullet points to it too. Look for the formatting options by pressing the Aa icon in the top right of the keyboard.
That’s where most note apps end. But the iPhone app also offers the chance to add full photographic images.
You simply have to tap the camera icon. You can simply add one you’ve already taken from your Photos.
Or here’s the cool bit, you can take live photos direct to the Notes app. So if there’s a document to scan or a sight you quickly want to record and add notes to, it’s all there at a tap.
Add Sketches
Tap on the squiggly line icon. Then you can simply use your finger to draw anything on the screen and add it to your notes.
Some users find this feature dangerously addictive. Be warned – it’s even better if you’ve got an Apple pencil.
Add a Checklist
All you need to do is to tap the checklist icon in the toolbar. Then simply add the items on your list by keying them into the list.
Add Attachments
In fact, Notes allows you to add almost anything. You can include photos, videos, documents, and artwork in your notes.
Simply tap the + icon and then choose to ‘add an attachment.’
Organizing Notes
The app can put your notes into different folders to make organization easier. File them by topic or theme.
All you have to do is tap the + icon and choose the ‘new folder’ option.
Search Notes
If you take and store lots of notes, it can be hard finding the right one when you want it. Simply use the search function to find the keywords or phrases in your saved notes.
Share Notes
It’s simple to share notes with others. Send them a link or email the note.
You can even ‘AirDrop’ it to another Apple phone.
All you have to do is use the share icon in the top right corner and pick the method you want to use to share.
Lock Notes
You may not want prying eyes to see what you’ve put in your notes. Thankfully it’s simple to lock any item in the iPhone Notes App.
Tap the share icon to find the option to lock any note. Use either a password or Touch ID as security.
Sync Notes
If you have more than one Apple device, say a pad or laptop, you can sync them via iCloud. Turn on iCloud for all your devices and make sure the ‘Notes’ toggle is on too.
How Good is the App?
The Notes app may be free and built-in but don’t neglect it. The app is actually a very powerful tool.
Use it to stay organized and to keep track of any important information that arrives while you are out and about.
The app has the benefit of a very simple user interface despite the wide range of features it offers. Many users say it makes them more productive and efficient during the day.
It can help with everything from taking notes in a meeting – to sketching out some kitchen ideas to send to the builder. Whether you are making a shopping list or planning your next project, don’t forget this great tool sitting there on your iPhone desktop.