Overview
- The Mac Observer published two how-to articles on Nov. 27, 2025 detailing photo capture and insertion workflows, with the content also republished by MacMegasite.
- On iPhone and iPad, users can tap the camera or media button to Take Photo or Video or Choose Photo or Video, inserting images directly into a note without filling the main photo library.
- On Mac, images can be added by dragging and dropping, using the Share Sheet, or selecting File > Insert from iPhone or iPad to trigger the device camera and place the shot in the open note.
- For documents and receipts, the Scan Documents option enhances clarity, and embedded images support Markup for quick crops or annotations, adjustable display sizes, and animated GIF playback.
- Photos saved in notes count toward iCloud storage, and common use cases include capturing whiteboards, receipts, sketches, and location markers for better context and recall.