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5 hidden tricks inside the Notes app that most iPhone users never use

Ankita Chakravarti | December 06, 2025 / 20:46 IST
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Scan documents directly inside Notes
Open a new note, tap the camera icon and choose Scan Documents. Point your iPhone at any paper, receipt or form. The app automatically captures a clean, straightened copy. It saves as a PDF inside your note, which is perfect when you need quick paperwork without using another app.
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Turn handwriting into searchable text
If you write with your finger or Apple Pencil, Notes can recognise your handwriting. Just write naturally and later tap the “Aa” icon to convert it into typed text. Even if you don’t convert it, the app still makes your handwriting searchable, which is helpful when you forget where you wrote something.
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Lock private notes with Face ID
You can protect sensitive notes by tapping the three dots and choosing Lock. Once locked, the note needs your Face ID or passcode to open. This is great for storing personal details like IDs, passwords, or work information securely without needing another password app.
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Create folders and share them with others
Notes lets you organise everything by creating folders for work, travel, ideas or bills. Press and hold to make a new folder. You can even share a folder with someone so both of you can edit in real time. It works well for planning trips, managing tasks or working together.
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Use Quick Notes to jot things down instantly
Swipe up from the bottom-right corner on supported iPhones or tap the Quick Note option in Control Centre. It opens a small note window wherever you are on your phone. It is perfect for saving sudden ideas, copying text from Safari or writing reminders without switching apps.

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