Apple is bringing Quick Notes to the iPhone with iOS 16 — sort of. Here's what you get, what you don't, and how to use it all.

How to Create a Checklist in Notes Open the Notes app, then tap the Compose button in the bottom-right corner of the screen to create a new note. Enter a title for your note and tap return.

How to make a Quick Note on your iPhone New to iOS 16, the Quick Notes feature lets you write and save a Note from within any app on your iPhone, no switching required.

Instant Notes is a feature of Apple's stock Notes app that enables you to make a fast note or return to a recently viewed note, without even needing to unlock your iPhone or iPad.

Open Notes on your iPhone. You can create a new note or open a current note that you want to lock. When you are in the note, tap on the share button in the upper right corner.

With iOS 16, you can create a Quick Note on your iPhone through Control Center or the Share screen.

Use iPhone's Notes app collaborative feature to send private messages that look like regular note-taking to anyone watching your screen.

If you've ever wanted to create a new note in the Apple Notes app almost instantly, your iPad can do that — with the help of an Apple Pencil. Here's how.

Create and use templates in Apple Notes with our comprehensive guide. Enhance your note-taking efficiency by customizing and reusing templates for various tasks, from meeting notes to daily planners.