How To Use Quick Notes On Mac

It’s perfect for capturing a fleeting idea, saving something from the web, jotting down a phone number, etc. So let’s learn more and check out how to use Quick Notes on Mac.

What is a Quick Note on Mac?

Quick Notes is a faster way to take notes without leaving the app you’re using. It makes it easy and convenient to capture thoughts and snippets without necessarily opening the Notes app. The best part is that it can intelligently detect which app you’re using to give you a customized experience. For instance, if you’re using Safari, you can note a URL or some text from a webpage. Or, if you’re using the Mail app, you can quickly save some content from an email. Quick Notes debuted with macOS Monterey and iPadOS 15 and have got better with macOS Ventura and iPadOS 16.1.1. 

How to use Quick Notes on Mac 

The quickest method to open a Quick Note on Mac is to use the keyboard shortcut “Fn + Q.” You may also go to the Notes app and tap Quick Notes on top of the pop-up. You may also use Hot Corners to quickly access Quick Notes. To enable hot corners on your Mac, follow the steps below. 

1. Set up hot corners to use Quick Notes

Note: If you are using macOS Monterey, go to Apple logo → System Preferences → Mission Control. Then follow Steps 3-6 from above.

2. Get new Quick Note each time on macOS 

Note: If you are using macOS Monterey, follow steps 1-3 from above and click Preferences → Resume Last Quick Note. To unlock all the possibilities of the Notes app, follow our guide on how to use the Notes app proficiently on Mac. 

3. Add Safari links to a Quick Note

You may add Smart Links to a Quick Note on Mac from within an app or while browsing the web. Let’s see how we can accomplish that with Safari and the Quick Notes interface.  When you revisit the linked content on the webpage, the Quick Note’s thumbnail appears in the screen’s lower right corner to remind you of what you previously noted. 

4. Shortcut to add links on Quick Notes 

Congratulations! Now your link will be displayed in the Quick Notes. 

5. Add text or images from Safari to Quick Notes 

Another fantastic feature of Quick Notes is that it lets you capture images or texts from a webpage along with the URL. When you click the saved snippet, it will transport you to the precise location on the webpage where it came from. Here’s how to put it to use: 

How to view and edit Quick Notes in Notes app 

Other actions, such as sharing or deleting, can be taken on a note under the Quick Note section. You may also edit a Quick Note to add tables, tags, and other features. Consider the following: 

Include a table.  Make a list.  Include hyperlinks  Attach images, files, and other media. 

Note: Quick Notes can’t be locked. Signing off…  I hope this comprehensive guide helped you understand how to use Quick Notes on your Mac running macOS Monterey. Personally, I find this feature super convenient and handy. What’s your take on Quick Notes? Share in the comments below! Read more: 

How to create and use Quick Notes on iPhone How to lock notes on iPhone and iPad How to use Quick Notes in iPadOS: A complete guide How to link notes with one another in iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma

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