Using Apple Reminders is a great way to keep track of your appointments, birthdays, time-sensitive tasks, and much more. If you're forgetful, Apple's Reminders app can make your life easier—no more missed meetings or late assignments.

While Reminders for iPhone is straightforward to use, people can often forget that it has many features hidden under the surface, like being able to add locations and attachments. So, read on to learn neat tips that will help you have the best experience with Apple Reminders.

1. Add a Location to a Reminder

You can add a location to the Reminders app whether you're using it on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. When you add a location, Reminders will notify you based on your location.

Tap the Location icon on the Reminders toolbar, and it will have a few options, including Getting in car and Getting out of car. You can also customize it to any location you like.

If you want to set your current location, you may have to turn on precise location access. To do so, go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services > Reminders > Precise Location.

2. Add URLs and Notes to a Task

In Reminders, you can also add URLs and Notes by tapping the small Info (i) button next to a reminder when editing it or by swiping from the right and choosing Details.

You can use the small section reserved for adding a URL. This could be handy, for example, if you're planning to order a bouquet at a flower shop and want to jump right to the product you're interested in. You can also add Notes to further elaborate on your reminder, in case it isn't clear on its own.

The notes appear in smaller text below the title and help keep your reminders organized.

3. Organize Reminders With Subtasks

If you're the type of person that needs sub-lists under a general list, doing this on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac is easy. It's also a great way to organize the flow of your Reminders. For example, if you are going to the store and have a reminder for that, you can create subtasks to make a list of items you need to buy.

With subtasks, you can use Apple Reminders to stay productive outside the office. There are three ways to create a subtask:

  • Swipe from left to right to show the Indent button. You can do this on any list, and it will automatically become a subtask to the task above it.
  • Tap the Info (i) icon to see the details of the task. Then, scroll down to subtasks and tap here. Now, you can edit and create subtasks.
  • Hold a reminder and drag it onto another reminder. The reminder that you moved becomes a subtask of the reminder you placed it on.

4. Use Siri to Create Reminders

Siri is one of the most useful tools you have on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Unsurprisingly, it helpfully links with Reminders. You can ask Siri to create reminders for you, using commands like "Siri, remind me to take my medicine at 7 in the morning."

Siri will then create a reminder for you and give you the opportunity to add any other details yourself.

This becomes particularly useful when your hands are full, and you can't use your device to type out the reminder yourself. It's also much faster than manually entering the details, so give Siri a try to save time with your reminders.

5. Share Reminders With Others

Another great feature of Reminders is being able to share your lists with others. When you need to let other people know your task plans but don't feel like drafting a new text, you can share your Reminders lists and collaborate instead.

To share your list, tap a list under My Lists from the main screen of Reminders. Then, tap the Share icon in the top right-hand corner. Then, you can share your list by email, text, or social media.

Once someone accepts an invite, they will be able to make changes to the reminders in that list. They can only see the list you shared with them; your other Reminders lists will remain private.

6. Add a Reminder From Another App or Safari

If you like, you can create a new reminder right from another app on your iPhone. For instance, you can remind yourself to read an article in a news app or watch a movie on Netflix. Do this by tapping the Share button in any app, then choosing Reminders.

This will create a task for you with a URL automatically linking where you shared it from. This is especially helpful for bookmarking URLs on a Mac.

7. Try the "When Messaging" Feature

This feature is similar to adding a location for your reminders. If you want to be reminded of something next time you're texting a friend—maybe you want to ask them to bring something when they visit—this is quite handy.

To turn it on for a reminder, tap the Info (i) button when editing or swipe from right to left and choose Details. In the resulting menu, turn on When Messaging, and you'll receive a notification from Reminders when you next open a Messages thread with that person.

8. Include Attachments to Reminders

Like adding a URL, as discussed earlier, you can add an attachment to a reminder and keep everything related to a task in one place. For example, if you're going to an appointment and need a document for it, you can add it as an attachment.

To add an attachment, edit the reminder and hit the Camera icon in the bottom toolbar of the Reminders app. You can choose a document from your library, take a new photo, or scan a document.

9. Flag a Reminder

Flagging a reminder is another part of your toolkit for staying organized. If you have many reminders floating around, you can prioritize the ones that are most urgent.

To flag a reminder, tap on the Flag icon in the toolbar or swipe from right to left and hit Flag. It will then appear in the Flagged list on the main screen of Reminders, letting you see the most important tasks in one place. You can also use priority tags in Apple Reminders to organize important tasks.

10. Move a Reminder to Another List

This last Apple Reminders feature will save you time if you make the mistake of adding a reminder to the wrong list. In this case, you can move it to the correct one.

To do so, long-press on a reminder in any list, and while holding it, use another finger to tap Lists in the top-left corner to return to the main screen. Then, drop the reminder you long-pressed to the correct list.

Your reminder will now be in the list you dropped it in, with all the same attachments, notes, and other details.

Take Apple Reminders Much Further

Apple Reminders is a handy app that keeps you organized on the go. Whether you are using Reminders for school, work, or personal goals, these tips can help you stay productive. The more you use the Reminders app, the more you'll get the hang of it.

With Reminders available for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, you can always stay up to date no matter what device you're using.