With iOS 18, Apple introduced several handy improvements to the Notes app, making it easier to organize information and add visual flair to your notes. Read on to learn how these new features can improve your note-taking experience.
The following three new Notes features are worth getting acquainted with in iOS 18.
- Collapsible sections allow for better organization of lengthy notes around titles and headers, making it easier to navigate complex documents.
- New text highlighting options provide a way to emphasize important information visually, aiding in study and review.
- Simplified file attachments streamline the process of creating comprehensive notes that incorporate various types of content.
Together, these updates make Notes a more powerful tool for capturing and organizing your ideas. Here's how to take advantage of the new collapsible sections, text highlighting, and file attachment options in iOS 18:
Collapsing Sections for Better Organization
To streamline longer notes, add collapsible sections in the following way:
- Create a title, heading or subheading in your note.
- Tap the heading to select it.
- Tap the chevron that appears next to the heading to collapse the section and hide the associated text.
- Tap the arrow again to expand the section and reveal the associated text.
This feature works with any level of heading, allowing you to create a compact outline of your note's contents.
Adding Color With Text Highlighting
For the first time, Notes supports colored text highlighting. Here's how to highlight a portion of text:
- Select the word or phrase you want to highlight.
- Tap the "Aa" button in the formatting menu.
- Choose from five new highlight colors: Pink, purple, orange, mint, and blue.
This simple addition allows you to emphasize important information or categorize different parts of your notes visually.
Attaching Files More Easily
In iOS 18, Apple has streamlined the process of adding files to your notes. Previously, you had to copy and paste a file into notes to add it, a process that required several steps. Now you can select the option from the toolbar icon:
- Tap the new paperclip icon in the note toolbar.
- Select "Add File" from the menu.
- Choose a file from the Files app to attach it directly to your note.
As an alternative, you can now long-press on a note in the list view and select "Add Attachment" to quickly add files without opening the note.
These new features in iOS 18's Notes app offer more flexibility in organizing information, emphasizing key points, and incorporating various types of content into your notes. Familiarize yourself with these tools and you'll be able to create more dynamic and useful notes for work, study, or personal use.
