How to Organize Notes on Your iPhone Using Folders
The Notes app is probably one of the most valuable apps you have on your iPhone right now. It may contain your passwords, recipes, random reminders, lists, and even your deepest darkest secrets. If you’ve had your iPhone for a while now, your Notes app is probably a mess.
Don’t fret, though, because we’ve got the perfect solution for you. This guide will teach you how to create and edit folders and subfolders to stay organized and even tell you about an exciting Smart Folder feature in your Notes app. So, read on to find out more.
Create Folders and Subfolders to Stay Organized
Categorizing all your scattered notes into folders and subfolders is the best way to get started. For example, you could create a separate folder for all your recipes and add subfolders of desserts, snacks, and main courses. Here’s how you can create a new folder in your Notes app:
To add folders inside another one, follow these steps:
There’s another way you can add subfolders that you can see here:
Alternatively, you could just press and hold on to an existing folder and drag it on top of another folder to create a subfolder. If you’re a little confused, take a step back and ensure you knoweverything you need to get started with the Notes app.
Select How to View and Sort Your Subfolders
Now that you’re done creating your folders, you can view and sort them in several ways. Note that you cannot change views and sort the list of folders in your Notes app but can do so only for a specific folder and the subfolders in it.
We’ll start by looking at the viewing options you have available. Here are the two different views you’re able to see the subfolders and notes inside your main folder:
You can also sort your subfolders in the same way. Just tap on the same icon with three dots and tap onSort Byto select fromDefault (Date Edited),Date Created,Title,Newest First, andOldest First. Another option you can see here isGroup By Date. Tap on it to turn this grouping methodOnorOff.
How to Rename a Folder in Notes
Renaming a folder is pretty easy and can be done in seconds. There are three ways to get this done, and we’ll quickly list them down for you:
How to Delete a Folder in Notes
With all those notes in your Notes app, it’s safe to say some of them can be classified as junk. The best thing you can do is get rid of it to de-clutter and organize, and save some storage while you’re at it.
This is where deleting your folders can come in handy. There are two ways to delete a folder or subfolder in the Notes app.
You can long-press on a folder and tapDeletefrom the context menu, which is easier. Alternatively, swipe right on the folder you want to delete and select the red bin icon.
Deleted folders will automatically go to yourRecently Deletedfolder and remain there for 30 days. After that, you will have torecover deleted notes on your iPhonefrom a backup because they will be deleted permanently.
Move a Folder Wherever You Like
Moving a folder makes it easy to categorize misplaced notes and create a system. Again, there are multiple ways to move a folder or subfolder from one location to another in your Notes app, so we’ll review the quickest and easiest ways to get this done. Here are the various methods to move a folder:
Create and Use Smart Folders for a Smart Experience
Now, this might be something that catches your eye. Never heard of Smart Folders before? We’ve got you covered. In easy terms, a Smart Folder lets you regularly keep all the notes you refer to in one place, so you have easier access to them.
A Smart Folder does this by grouping all your notes according to a certain filter—for example, tags. You can learn more aboutorganizing notes on your iPhone using tags.
To better understand this feature, we’ll teach how to create and use a Smart Folder:
To convert an existing folder into a Smart Folder, follow these steps:
Declutter Your Notes App With Folders
The Notes app on iPhone allows you to categorize all your notes however you want them to. You can easily create folders, move them wherever you want, view and sort them in multiple ways, and even create Smart Folders to do all the organizing for you.
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