# ✍️ Apple Notes - Crafting the Perfect Note  ## Introduction: Why Apple Notes? [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=0s) - Some individuals may dislike using [[Google Docs]] or find [[Microsoft Word]] outdated and too expensive, leading them to consider alternative options like [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes [(00:00:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=4s). - Apple Notes can be a solution for those with an [[IPhone | iPhone]], [[IPad | iPad]], or computer who are looking for a note-taking application but are unsure where to start or what it can do [(00:00:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=14s). - The creator of the content, Dylan Steart, also known as the [[MacOS | Mac Whisperer]], is a fan of Apple Notes and uses it daily for most of his writing needs [(00:00:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=30s). - Dylan Steart prefers Apple Notes over [[Microsoft]] Word and Google Docs, finding that it has all the necessary features and more [(00:00:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=43s). - A playlist was created to teach viewers everything about Apple Notes, with the current lesson being the introduction [(00:00:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=47s). ## Getting Started with Apple Notes [(00:00:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=53s) - Creating a new note in [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes will be covered, along with some of the app's features and functions [(00:00:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=55s). - The app has a folder list where users can organize their notes into separate sections [(00:01:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=74s). - Folders in Apple Notes can have subfolders to help with sorting and organization [(00:01:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=80s). - When opening Apple Notes, users may find themselves in the folder list or a note list [(00:01:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=87s). - A Mac whisper power tip will be shared, showing how to scan items into Notes correctly [(00:01:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=62s). ## Practical Uses for Apple Notes [(00:01:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=92s) - [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes can be used to capture and store favorite quotes in one easily accessible note for reading and sharing at any time [(00:01:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=97s). - The app can be used to write scripts for videos, and the script can even be used as a teleprompter [(00:01:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=108s). - Apple Notes can be used to create a travel itinerary with images, links, and resources to make a trip unforgettable [(00:02:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=120s). - The app can be used to write poetry, and users can add images to the note to make it more personal [(00:02:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=131s). - Apple Notes can be used to create a recipe collection with favorite meals, and users can access the recipes on their [[IPad | iPad]] in the kitchen [(00:02:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=150s). - The app can be used to keep track of important documents, capture ideas and thoughts, and provide an easy way to find anything [(00:02:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=171s). - [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes can be accessed on a phone, iPad, or computer, making it easy to find and share information [(00:03:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=180s). ## ️ Creating and Formatting Notes [(00:03:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=184s) - Creating a note in Apple Notes is done by clicking the "New Note" button in the bottom right corner [(00:03:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=186s). - The first text typed in a new note becomes the title, which is displayed in a special format to distinguish it from the rest of the note [(00:03:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=195s). - The title is automatically formatted in a bold and large font, and is separated from the body of the note [(00:03:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=229s). - When the return button is pressed after typing the title, the next line of text is formatted as the body of the note, rather than as a title [(00:03:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=211s). - The body of the note has a different font style compared to the title, and is used for the main content of the note [(00:03:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=233s). ## Formatting Styles and Collapsible Headers [(00:03:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=235s) - The formatting tools in [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes can be easily accessed from the toolbar above the keyboard, where the capital and lowercase "a" icon is located, offering various options to change the format of text, including title, heading, subheading, body, and Mono style [(00:04:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=240s). - Additional formats can be added to the text, such as italic, underlined, bold, and highlights in different colors using the highlight pen icon, which is a new feature in [[IOS 18 | iOS 18]] [(00:04:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=269s). - The different format styles have distinct purposes, with the title style being particularly special, as it allows for collapsible headers [(00:04:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=287s). - To create a numbered list, simply type the number one and double tap the space bar, which sets up the text in the numbered list format [(00:05:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=301s). - Using the title style, users can create collapsible sections in a note, allowing them to hide or show information by tapping on the arrow icon at the front of the title section [(00:05:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=338s). - This feature is useful for organizing long notes with multiple sections and information, making it easier to store and navigate through the content [(00:05:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=349s). - The collapsible headers feature is a new addition in iOS 18, providing users with more flexibility and control over their notes [(00:06:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=365s). ## Creating Numbered, Dashed, and Bulleted Lists [(00:06:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=371s) - In [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes, users can create different kinds of lists, including numbered lists, dash lists, and bulleted lists, by selecting the desired text and clicking on the list style options in the formatting tool [(00:06:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=375s). - Once a list is created, hitting return will add the next bullet, number, or dash, allowing users to continue writing the list easily and simply [(00:06:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=389s). - In addition to these list styles, Apple Notes also features a checklist option, which can be accessed by clicking on the checklist button to the right of the formatting tool [(00:06:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=402s). - The checklist feature allows users to cross off completed items, making it a great way to create to-do lists in Apple Notes [(00:06:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=414s). - To create a to-do list, users can start by typing their list and then click on the checklist button to add separate items, which can then be checked off as they are completed [(00:07:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=423s). - When an item on the checklist is completed and checked off, it is moved to the bottom of the list, allowing users to focus on the next item [(00:07:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=435s). ## Using Tables and Columns in Notes [(00:07:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=443s) - Columns in [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes allow users to list items with separate categories, similar to tables in [[Microsoft Word]] or [[Microsoft Excel | Excel]] [(00:07:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=445s). - To create a column, users can click on the column button, and they can add more columns by clicking on the three dots at the top of the column list [(00:07:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=464s). - Each column can be used to input different types of information, such as a person's name, age, and birthday [(00:07:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=471s). - Users can easily move between columns by clicking the next button, allowing them to input information in a linear way [(00:07:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=474s). - Columns can be used to keep track of complicated information, making it easily visible in a note, similar to using [[Microsoft]] Excel or a chart in [[Google Docs]] [(00:08:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=497s). - Users can input information into the columns, such as names, ages, and birthdays, to organize and track data [(00:08:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=484s). ## ️ The Markup Tool [(00:08:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=510s) - The Markup Tool is located to the right of the columns in [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes, represented by a pen in a circle icon, and can be accessed by clicking on it [(00:08:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=518s). - The Markup Tool offers various writing tools, including a felt pen, fine pen, highlighter, eraser, ruler, and pencil, which can be used to draw, write, or highlight anything on a note [(00:08:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=527s). - The ruler can be used to draw straight lines, and its slant can be adjusted by tilting two fingers [(00:09:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=543s). - The Markup Tool can be used to create straight lines, mark up documents or photographs, and add various elements to a note [(00:09:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=563s). - The plus button in the Markup toolbar allows users to add a sticker, text box, or signature to a note, providing additional functionality [(00:09:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=572s). - The Markup Tool is not exclusive to Apple Notes, as it also exists in other apps such as email and Pages, and is represented by the same symbol – a circle with a pen [(00:09:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=594s). - The Markup Tool's signature feature can be used to sign emails or documents without printing them out, making it a convenient and time-saving feature [(00:09:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=593s). ## Attachment Options (The PaperClip) [(00:10:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=612s) - The paperclip in [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes contains various valuable tools that can be accessed by clicking on it [(00:10:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=612s). - Clicking on the paperclip at the top provides the option to attach a file, which connects to iCloud Drive [(00:10:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=617s). - This allows users to easily add documents or images from iCloud Drive to the note [(00:10:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=620s). - When attaching a file, the iCloud Drive opens, enabling users to find and select the desired file [(00:10:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=629s). - Once a file is selected, it gets added to the note [(00:10:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=633s). ## Recording Audio and Using Transcripts [(00:10:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=637s) - In [[IOS 18 | iOS 18]], [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes has a new feature that allows users to record audio, which can be useful for capturing ideas, practicing songs, or trying out speeches [(00:10:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=637s). - The record audio feature can be accessed by clicking on the paperclip and then selecting the record audio button, and it allows users to record anything they want to say [(00:11:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=666s). - Once the recording is started by clicking the red record button, it will capture the user's voice and can be paused and resumed as needed [(00:11:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=680s). - A transcript of the voice recording can be viewed by clicking on the quotes to the left side of the speech bubble, which can be useful for referencing the content of the recording [(00:11:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=700s). - The recording can be saved and placed onto the document by clicking "done" on the right side, and it can be played back at any time by clicking the play button [(00:12:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=722s). - The recording itself can be clicked on to bring up the recording page, where users can access additional tools by clicking on the three dots in the upper right-hand corner [(00:12:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=740s). - These tools include adding the transcript to the note, copying the transcript, finding something in the transcript, or saving or sharing the audio file [(00:12:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=742s). - Adding the transcript to the note will take the words from the recording and pop them directly onto the note, making it easy to use voice to capture ideas [(00:12:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=755s). ## ️ Inserting Photos, Videos, and Scanning Documents [(00:12:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=772s) - Users can insert photos or videos into a note by clicking on the "choose photo or video" option, which opens up the photo library, allowing them to select images or videos and add them to the note [(00:12:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=773s). - Images can be displayed as large or small by pressing and holding on the image and selecting the "view as" option, which can be helpful for managing space in a note [(00:13:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=797s). - The "three dots" option in the upper right-hand corner allows users to change all attachments to small or large simultaneously, making it easier to save space or expand images [(00:13:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=814s). - Users can also take a photo or video directly from the note by clicking on the "take photo or video" option, which opens up the camera, allowing them to capture and save the image or video to the note [(00:14:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=847s). - The "scan documents" option is a better way to capture documents, as it allows the phone to find the edges of the document and adjust the contrast for a clearer image [(00:14:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=874s). - Scanning documents can be a useful tool for going paperless, but it's recommended to use a scanning program or a different tool, such as the scan option inside files, to avoid overwhelming the notes app with too many attachments [(00:15:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=933s). ## Capturing Web Content [(00:15:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=947s) - When building a note, it may be necessary to pull information from various sources, such as iCloud Drive, the camera roll, or a specific website [(00:15:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=947s). - To add a link from a website to a note, one way is to click on the title bar, tap it again, and click copy, then swipe back to Notes and hit paste [(00:16:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=972s). - A more efficient way to add a link from a website to a note is to click the share button at the bottom of the webpage, select "Add to Notes," and choose whether to create a new note or add it to an existing one [(00:16:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=991s). - When adding a link to a note, it's possible to include a website preview, which provides more information about the link [(00:17:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1021s). - To grab only a part of the information from a website, such as an image, press and hold on the image, then swipe back to Notes and drop it in [(00:17:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1044s). - Dragging and dropping between apps into Notes is also possible [(00:17:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1052s). - To save information from a website for offline reading, click on the "Show Reader" icon in the address bar, which eliminates ads and other unnecessary content [(00:17:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1078s). - In Reader view, select the text by pressing and holding, then drag the selection ball down the page to grab the information within the link [(00:18:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1089s). - The grabbed text can then be copied or pressed and held to be added to a note, allowing for offline reading [(00:18:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1103s). - There are various ways to add information to a note, including copying and pasting or pressing and holding to drag it over from other apps or websites [(00:18:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1124s). - [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes is an elegant tool that allows users to have everything they need in one place, without requiring an internet connection or jumping into other apps [(00:18:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1131s). - Apple Notes allows users to have everything they need in one place, including documents and information captured by voice, dictation, or copying and pasting from websites [(00:19:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1143s). - The tool offers various features to build an amazing note, but there's an additional power tip to properly scan things from other documents into a note without capturing the attachment [(00:19:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1157s). - Users can stop using [[Google Docs]] and [[Microsoft Word]] and start embracing Apple Notes as a powerful tool [(00:19:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1175s). - Viewers are encouraged to give the video a thumbs up if they found it valuable, as it helps the channel and makes it easier for others to find the video [(00:19:35)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1175s). - The comment section is open for questions, comments, or messages, and every message is responded to [(00:19:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1188s). - Subscribing to the channel provides access to clear and valuable information about using the best [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] tools, making it easier to find relevant content [(00:20:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1204s). - A power tip is shared to help users properly scan things from other documents into a note without capturing the attachment [(00:20:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1229s). ## MacWhisperer Power Tip: Scanning Text [(00:20:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1236s) - Many recipes are found in cookbooks, and scanning these documents can be a way to transfer them into digital notes, but this method has its limitations, such as poor readability [(00:20:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1237s). - Scanning documents can be done in Apple Notes by opening a new note, clicking the attach button, and selecting "scan documents," which allows users to take a photo of the document and add it to the note [(00:20:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1256s). - However, scanned documents can be difficult to read, especially when trying to cook while referencing the note, and may require zooming in to read the text [(00:21:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1280s). - A better method is to use the "scan text" feature, which allows users to capture sections of text from a document and insert them into the note, making the text searchable, editable, and easier to read [(00:21:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1301s). - The "scan text" feature can be used in conjunction with taking a photo of the document to capture both the text and the image, allowing for customization and formatting of the note [(00:22:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1328s). - Using the "scan text" feature and formatting tools, such as bulleted lists, can make the note more organized and easier to use, especially when compared to trying to cook from a scanned document [(00:22:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1351s). - The "scan text" feature also allows the text to be searchable, making it easier to find and access the recipe on any device [(00:22:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1370s). - [[Dylan Stewart]], the [[MacOS | Mac Whisperer]], recommends using the "scan text" feature to make recipes more accessible and easier to use in [[Apple Inc. | Apple]] Notes [(00:23:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCeKovPCm0I&t=1393s).