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Add items to a list in Reminders on iPhone

In the Reminders app , you can easily make to-do lists for things like grocery shopping, tasks around the house, and projects at work. When you add an item to a list, you can attach images; set flags; get alerts based on time, date, and location; and more.

Note: All Reminders features described in this guide are available when you use upgraded reminders. Some features aren’t available when using other accounts.

Start a new list

  1. Tap Add List, then choose an account (if you have more than one). If you don’t see Add List, tap Lists at the top left.

    A screen showing several lists in Reminders. The search field appears at the top above Smart Lists for items due today, scheduled reminders, all reminders, and flagged reminders. The Add List button is at the bottom right.

  2. Enter a name, then choose a color and symbol for the list.

Add an item to a list

  1. Choose a list, tap New Reminder, then enter text.

    A Reminders screen showing a to-do list. The New Reminder button is at the bottom left.

  2. To enter additional information, tap Add Note.

Siri: Say something like: “Add artichokes to my groceries list.” Learn how to use Siri.

Set when and where to be reminded

You can be reminded on a certain date, at a specific time or location, or when you’re texting someone in Messages.

  • Schedule a date and time: Tap the Date and Time button.

  • Add a location: Tap the Location button, then choose where you want to be reminded—for example, when you arrive home or get into a car with a Bluetooth connection to your iPhone.

    Note: To receive location-based reminders, you must allow Reminders to use your precise location. Go to Settings  > Privacy & Security > Location Services. Turn on Location Services, tap Reminders, choose While Using the App, then turn on Precise Location.

  • Get a reminder in Messages: Tap the Edit Details button, turn on When Messaging, then choose someone from your contacts list. The reminder appears the next time you chat with that person in Messages.

Set a flag and priority

  • Flag an important item: Tap the Flag button.

  • Set a priority: Tap the Edit Details button, tap Priority, then choose Low, Medium, or High.

Add a photo or scan a document

  1. Tap the Photos button.

  2. Do any of the following:

    • Take a new photo.

    • Choose a photo from your photo library.

    • Scan a document.

    • Scan and insert text.

Edit the item details

Tap the item, then tap the Edit Details button.

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