Create Reminders in the iOS Calendar App

Jake Tremblay

iOS Calendar App

Creating reminders in the iOS Calendar app is now easier than ever. With the latest iOS 18 update, Apple has added a new feature that lets users make reminders right in the Calendar app. This change helps people stay on top of their tasks and events all in one place.

To create a reminder in the iOS Calendar app, tap the plus sign, switch to the Reminder tab, and fill in the details. The process is quick and simple. You can set a date, time, and even add notes or images to your reminder. This new tool makes the Calendar app more useful for managing both events and to-do items.

The update brings the Calendar and Reminders apps closer together. It’s great for people who want to see their tasks and events side by side. Now, iPhone and iPad users can plan their days more efficiently without switching between apps.

Steps To Create Reminders In iOS Calendar App

It’s easy to create reminders in the iOS Calendar app! Here’s how:

Steps:

  1. Open the Calendar app: Locate and tap the Calendar app icon on your iPhone’s home screen.
  2. Tap the + button: In the Calendar app, tap the “+” button at the top of the screen.
  3. Tap Reminder: Select “Reminder” from the options.
  4. Enter your Title: Type in the title for your reminder.
  5. Set the details:
    • Date: Tap “Date” to choose the day you want to be reminded.
    • Time: Tap “Time” to set a specific time for the reminder.
    • Repeat: If it’s a recurring reminder, tap “Repeat” to set it to repeat daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly.
    • List: Tap “List” to choose which reminder list you want to add it to (e.g., personal, work, groceries).
  6. Tap Add: Once you’ve entered all the details, tap “Add” to create your reminder.

Tips:

  • View reminders in Calendar: To see your reminders in the Calendar app, tap “Calendars” at the bottom of the screen and make sure “Scheduled Reminders” is selected.
  • Create reminders from the Reminders app: You can also create reminders directly in the Reminders app.
  • Add more details: For more options, like adding a location, notes, or a priority level, you can tap the reminder and then tap “Edit.”

Key Takeaways

  • The iOS Calendar app now lets users create reminders
  • Creating a reminder is easy with just a few taps
  • This update helps users manage tasks and events in one place

Setting up Reminders on iOS Devices

The iOS Reminders app helps you stay on top of tasks. It offers easy ways to create, manage, and enhance reminders with useful features.

Navigating the Reminders App

The Reminders app is simple to use. When you open it, you’ll see your lists. These include default lists like Today and Scheduled. You can also make your own lists.

To view reminders, tap on a list. You’ll see all tasks in that list. Swipe left on a task to delete or flag it. Swipe right to mark it as done.

The app has a search bar at the top. Use it to find specific reminders quickly. You can search by title, location, or date.

At the bottom, you’ll find tabs for different views. These help you sort your tasks in useful ways.

Creating and Managing Reminders

Making a new reminder is quick. Tap the plus sign or use the “New Reminder” option. Type your task and set a due date if needed.

You can add more details to each reminder. These include notes, priority levels, and repeat settings. To edit a reminder, just tap on it.

For recurring tasks, set a repeat schedule. This can be daily, weekly, monthly, or custom. You can also add location-based reminders. These alert you when you arrive at or leave a place.

To organize tasks, make new lists. Group related items together for easy tracking. You can share lists with others too.

Enhancing Reminders with Attachments and Tags

Reminders can hold more than just text. You can add images, documents, and web links to tasks. This helps keep all related info in one place.

To add an attachment, tap the camera icon when making or editing a reminder. Choose to take a photo, pick from your gallery, or add a document.

Tags are another useful feature. They help group similar tasks across different lists. To add a tag, use the # symbol before a word in your reminder title or notes.

You can then filter your reminders by tag. This shows all tasks with that tag, no matter which list they’re in.

Utilizing Advanced Features

Smart Lists auto-sort your reminders based on set rules. They can group tasks by due date, priority, or tag. This saves time on manual sorting.

You can make custom Smart Lists too. Set your own rules to see just the tasks you need.

The app also offers templates for common lists. These help you quickly set up lists for things like grocery shopping or travel planning.

For complex tasks, use subtasks. These break big jobs into smaller steps. To add a subtask, swipe right on a reminder and tap “Subtask”.

Flags mark important tasks. Use them to highlight urgent items across all your lists.