Did you know that your iPhone can do much more than just the standard features it comes with out of the box? One nifty trick you may not be aware of is the ability to set up your lock screen so that you can easily launch your favorite third-party note-taking apps in just a tap. This can be a real time-saver and productivity booster for those who rely on note-taking regularly throughout the day.
To set this up, you'll need to utilize the Shortcuts app, which comes pre-installed on iPhones running iOS 12 and later. This app allows you to create shortcuts for various tasks on your device. If you haven't used the Shortcuts app before, don't worry, it's quite user-friendly and rewarding once you get the hang of it.
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to configure your lock screen to launch third-party note apps with just a tap:
1. Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on the "+" sign in the top right corner to create a new shortcut.
3. Tap on "Add Action" to select the action you want your shortcut to perform.
4. Search for and select the "Open App" action.
5. Choose the note-taking app you want to open from the list of installed apps on your device.
6. Tap on the three dots (...) in the upper right corner to give your shortcut a name.
7. Enter a name for your shortcut, for example, "Quick Notes," and tap on "Add to Home Screen."
8. Customize the shortcut by adding an icon and tapping "Add" in the top right corner.
9. A confirmation screen will appear, tap "Add" to add the shortcut to your home screen.
10. Lock your device and navigate to the lock screen. Perform a 3D Touch (or long press for devices without 3D Touch) on an empty area of the screen to enter into jiggle mode.
11. Tap on the "+" symbol in the top left corner.
12. Search for and select the Shortcuts app.
13. Choose the shortcut you created earlier, in this case, "Quick Notes."
14. Tap "Add" in the top right corner to add the shortcut to the lock screen.
15. Press the side button to exit jiggle mode and test out your new lock screen shortcut.
From now on, whenever you need to quickly jot down a note, just tap on your lock screen, and your favorite note-taking app will instantly open, ready for you to start capturing your thoughts and ideas without any hassle.
This simple trick can streamline your note-taking process and save you valuable time throughout your day, making you more efficient and organized. Give it a try and see how much more productive you can become with this handy feature at your fingertips.