Why You Can’t Use The Notes App On Apple Watch (And What To Do Instead)
So you’re on the move, perhaps walking to the nearest coffee shop or on the train to a business meeting, and a brilliant idea suddenly comes to you that you really need to jot down lest you forget it. The only problem is you don’t have any pen or paper with you nor the chance to dig your phone out of your bag. Good thing your handy-dandy Apple Watch is just right on your wrist, ready to record your important thoughts.
But as you flick through your apps, hoping to open Notes, it hits you — there’s no Notes app on your Apple Watch. Well, unfortunately, despite the new updates like the Smart Stack andgroup FaceTime integrated into the Apple Watch, it hasn’t been graced yet with its own version of the Notes app. As of this writing, Notes remains exclusive to the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. But lucky for you, there are two alternative ways you can still jot down notes on your Apple Watch.
Alternative #1: Create reminders instead
More often than not, you use your iPhone Notes app to create to-do lists that keep you on track for daily tasks or reminders. If that’s mostly what you aim to see on your Apple Watch, you’re able to just use Reminders instead, which are essentially to-do list entries. Set one up on your watch, and you’ll get a nudge to your wrist at the exact date and time you need. However, you can also use Reminders when you simply need to jot down a list without any due date like when you’re listing items for your next grocery trip or things you need to pack for vacation. If you’re looking to write longer notes, every reminder also comes with a note tab, where you can add more detailed descriptions.
Here’s how to create reminders on your Apple Watch:
Alternative #2: Use third-party note-taking apps
If your note-taking needs go beyond simple lists, you’ll be glad to know that there’s a host of third-partynote-taking apps for iPhonethat also come complete with an Apple Watch counterpart. Here are a couple of standout options you’re able to try out:
