iPhone 17 AI Writing Tools: Rewrite, Proofread, Summarize & More in Notes

Enabling iPhone 17 AI Features

• ⚙️ To use the AI writing tools, first navigate to Settings and ensure Apple Intelligence and Siri are enabled.
• 🌍 A crucial step is setting your Language & Region to United States, as many AI features require this setting to function correctly.
• ⏳ Be patient, as Apple Intelligence may require a download and can take time to become available after configuration.

Utilizing AI in the Notes App

• 📝 Open the Notes app and create a new note to begin using the AI features.
• 💡 Tap the AI icon within the note to access various writing tools and the Compose feature, powered by technology similar to ChatGPT.
• ✍️ The Compose feature can generate text, such as an article on a chosen topic, very quickly.

Exploring Writing Tools

• 🔍 After generating text, tap the AI icon again to reveal writing tools like Proofread, Rewrite, Friendly, Professional, and Concise.
• ✅ The Proofread function helps identify and correct mistakes, though it may not find errors if the text is already well-written.
• 🔄 The Rewrite function allows you to transform text into different tones, such as making it more friendly or professional.
• 🗜️ Tools like Concise, Summary, and Key Points help condense information effectively.
• 📊 The AI can also convert text into a List or a Table, streamlining data organization.

Advanced Features and Limitations

• ⌨️ The keyboard bar provides quick access to AI functions like Proofread and Rewrite.
• 💾 Rewritten text can be easily saved, with the option to view the original content.
• 📸 Limitations exist, such as the inability to add photos directly within the AI chat feature of Compose.
• 🎨 Similarly, changing the color of text is not currently supported within these AI tools.