How to use Windows 11 Sticky Notes on all devices

Windows 11's Sticky Notes is a great app for keeping things organized, whether you're at home or at work. If you want to take notes anytime, anywhere, you're not limited to using Windows Sticky Notes on your PC.

This guide will explore how to use Windows Sticky Notes on all your devices, whether you're an Android or iOS user or are using a web browser.

How to get started with Windows 11 Sticky Notes on PC

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Sticky Notes is a great app for taking quick notes and jotting down important reminders. The best part is there's no download required - Sticky Notes comes pre-installed on all Windows 11 machines. To open Sticky Notes on Windows 11:

1. Click on the Windows Search bar or use the keyboard shortcut Windows + Q.
2. Search for 'Sticky Notes' , then click the app from the search results.

By default, the application opens a sticky note. You can add another sticky note at any time by pressing the plus button in the top left corner. To see your previous sticky notes, click the three dots in the upper right corner to access the menu, then select Notes List .

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Although it is a basic note-taking app, it has many features to style your notes. On the bottom formatting ribbon, you can format text by making it bold, italic, or strikethrough. There's also an option to toggle bullets, perfect for making quick lists.

If you regularly use Windows Sticky Notes, you may want to open Sticky Notes on Windows 11 startup.

How to set up synchronization feature on Windows Sticky Notes

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To sync sticky notes across all your devices, you first need to sign in with your Microsoft account. This step syncs your notes to the cloud and connects them to other Microsoft services required later. Here's how to set up sync for your Sticky Notes:

1. Click the three dots in the upper right corner of Sticky Notes to access the menu.
2. Select Notes List .
3. Click the settings icon, then press Sign in .

If you encounter any problems, there are a few ways to fix Windows 11 Sticky Notes not syncing error that you can explore.

How to use Windows Sticky Notes on iOS devices

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Instead of providing a separate Sticky Notes application, Microsoft uses Windows Sticky Notes as part of the Microsoft OneNote application. This little-known feature of Microsoft OneNote is great for people who have experience using OneNote, though anyone can easily learn this trick.

You can access Windows Sticky Notes on your iOS by following the steps below:

1. Go to the App Store and search for Microsoft OneNote.
2. Once installed, sign in with your Microsoft account.
3. In the bottom right corner of the home page, tap Sticky Notes.

To create a new note, press the plus icon in the lower right corner of the screen. You'll then see a screen similar to the Sticky Notes app for Windows, including text formatting options. A useful tool is the camera button, which allows you to upload photos from your camera or iOS photo album.

How to use Windows Sticky Notes on Android devices

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You can also view your sticky notes if you are an Android user. Windows Sticky Notes is available in the Microsoft OneNote app for Android, although it's a little harder to find. Here's how to access your sticky notes on your Android device:

1. Go to the Google Play Store and search for Microsoft OneNote.
2. Download and open the app, then sign in with your Microsoft account.

On the home page, you'll see a combination of Sticky Notes and written notes from OneNote. To see only sticky notes, you need to filter the results. Press the Sort & Filter button on the left side of the top banner. Under the Note Type heading , select Sticky Notes and then select Apply . You can also sort notes by creation date, edit date, or alphabetically.

To create a new sticky note, tap the three dots in the bottom right corner of the home page. Then, click Create a Sticky Note . The application includes many outstanding options on iOS, including a photo upload tool. You can change the color of the note by tapping the three dots in the top right corner. From the same menu, you can also tap the Export button to share the sticky note with your friends.

How to use Windows Sticky Notes with Microsoft Launcher

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Another way to use Windows Sticky Notes if you are an Android user is through Microsoft Launcher. This sleek launcher is packed with features to boost your productivity and is a must-have for PC-owning Android users.

Using Microsoft Launcher, you can view your sticky notes almost directly from your home screen. Just swipe left from the home screen to access your feed.

At the bottom of the list is the Windows Sticky Notes utility that allows you to view and create notes. If you can't see this widget, scroll to the bottom of your feed, then click the Edit this view button . Check the box next to Sticky Notes to add the widget to your feed.

Since you're using widgets on the launcher, syncing may take a little longer than when using the app. However, you can manually sync your sticky notes at any time by tapping the three dots in the top right corner of the widget and selecting Sync .

How to use Sticky Notes online

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You can also edit Windows Sticky Notes on the web. To combine note-taking with your planning needs, Microsoft has integrated Windows Sticky Notes with Microsoft Outlook.

Make sure you're signed in to your Microsoft account, then you can access Windows Sticky Notes directly in Outlook, or you can sign in to Outlook and access the dedicated Notes tab . This can be found inside the Folders drop-down menu from the sidebar. For quicker access to your Sticky Notes, you can tap the star icon next to the Notes title to add that note to your favorites.

Isabella Humphrey

Update 04 November 2023