This article is based on the version of Notes that comes with iOS 18.
TapAdd Note(the pencil and a piece of paper icon that’s located in the lower-right corner).
Use the on-screen keyboard to pop in a note.
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TapDoneto save the note.
SelectNotesat the top to return to your main list of notes.
It’s positioned at the top of the list of notes.
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Editing notes is just as easy as making them.
Choose any of your notes from the list and then tap the text to trigger the keyboard.
Tap a note to open it.
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Tap on a line of text in the note to display the keyboard with a formatting menu.
If you don’t see it right away, tap theplus signlocated above the keyboard.
TapAato reveal the text-formatting options.
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Tap the text and drag the handles to define the selection to format.
Then, format the text however you want.
Options include bold, italic, underlined, strikethrough, alignment, color, and more.
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TapDonewhen you’re finished formatting the text.
Tap the+icon above the keyboard to reveal the formatting tools.
TapReturnon the keyboard to add an additional checklist item.
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Tap the checklist icon, if needed, and continue until you’ve created the full list.
The available options differ depending on the version of the iOS.
To undo a change or redo it, tap the arrows at the top of the app.
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Attachments can be any jot down of file including documents, photos, and videos.
Tap the body of the note to display the options above the keyboard.
Tap theattachmenticon,+icon, orcameraicon, depending on your iOS version.
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TapTake Photo or Videoto capture a new item.
Depending on the option you chose, the camera app or file picker will open.
Take a new picture/video or select a file to add to the note.
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This tool is especially useful for storing things like receipts.
From the formatting toolbar in any note, tap theattachmenticon or the+icon.
In the camera view, position the document on-screen so that it’s surrounded by a yellow outline.
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The document will be identified and captured automatically.
TapSaveif you like the auto-capture.
For a manual capture, chooseKeep Scanto save it orRetaketo take another crack.
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Files can also be imported from other apps.
Tap theNotesapp from the list.
TapSaveto store the location, or add extra details first by typing in the text box.
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Not every app supports sharing content to Notes, but those that do follow these basic steps.
Select theNew Folderbutton at the bottom.
Give the folder a name and tapDoneorSaveto create it.
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If your version of Notes includes smart folder capabilities, you’ll see that option under its name.
A smart folder automatically organizes notes based on things like tags, date created, pinned notes, etc.
ChooseSelect Notesfrom the menu, then tap the notes you plan to move into a folder.
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Choose a folder from the list or tapNew Folderto make a different folder.
Here’s how to set this up:
Open theSettingsapp toApps>Notes.
ChooseUse iPhone Passcode, or pickCreate passwordto make a new password to use specifically for protecting the Notes app.
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TapDoneto save the change.
Open theNotesapp and select a note you want to protect.
Tap thethree dotsat the top, or theShareicon in some versions of Notes.
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Tap thelockicon to lock the note.
Tap your name at the top of the screen.
you could skip this step if you’re using iOS 9 or earlier.
TapNotesand then turn onSync this iPhone.
In some versions of Notes, you just need to tap the toggle next toNotes.
Repeat this process on every gear you want to sync the Notes app with via iCloud.
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To share a note, bring up the note and tap theShareicon.
All collaborators need an iCloud account and must be updated to at least iOS 10 or macOS Sierra.
Tap a note, such as your grocery list, in the Notes app to open it.
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Tap theSharebutton at the top.
EnsureCollaborateis chosen, then select how to invite other people to collaborate on the note.
For example, selectMessageto text the invite, orMailto request collaboration over email.
Send the invitation like you would send any message.
For a text, for instance, opt for recipients from your address book.
When people accept the invitation, they’re authorized to view and edit the note.
To see who has access to the note, tap the person with plus sign icon.
Use this screen to invite more people or stop sharing the note.
How to Delete Notes on iPhone
There are several ways to delete notes.
From the Notes list, tap the arrow in the upper-left corner to jump into the list of folders.
Tap the note or notes you want to recover.
TapMoveorMove Toat the bottom of the screen.
Select a folder to move the notes into.
Or, tapNew Folderto make another folder.
The note is transferred there and no longer marked for deletion.
Here are a few extra tips to make things easier:
