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
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.
Enter a name, then choose a color and symbol for the list.
Add an item to a list
Choose a list, tap New Reminder, then enter text.
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
.
Add a location: Tap
, 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
, 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
.
Set a priority: Tap
, tap Priority, then choose Low, Medium, or High.
Add a photo or scan a document
Tap
.
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 .