Cleft for iOS: The full power of AI-enhanced note-taking in your pocket. Capture thoughts instantly, anywhere, anytime.

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Overview

Cleft for iPhone brings professional-grade voice note capture to your mobile life. Whether you’re commuting, walking, or just away from your desk, never lose a brilliant idea again.
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Quick Access Methods

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Lock Screen Widget

Add Cleft to your Lock Screen for instant access without unlocking:
  1. Long press your Lock Screen
  2. Tap “Customize”
  3. Add Widget → Select Cleft
  4. Tap to start recording instantly

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Spotlight Search (New in v1.10!)

Find any note instantly:
  • Swipe down from home screen
  • Type to search your notes
  • Tap to open in Cleft

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Core Features

Voice Recording

Tap the + button to start capturing your thoughts with advanced audio processing

Live Transcription

Watch your words appear in real-time as you speak (v1.10+)

Offline Mode

Record anywhere, sync when connected

Share Extension

Send content to Cleft from any app

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Recording Interface

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Start Recording

Tap the + button to begin:Start recording on iOS
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Speak Naturally

  • See recording time and waveform
  • Pause/resume as needed
  • No need to organize thoughts Pause recording on iOS
3

Process & Save

Tap stop when done:Save note on iOS

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Gesture Controls

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Swipe Actions

  • Swipe left on note: Delete or archive
  • Swipe right on note: Share or export
  • Pull to refresh: Sync your notes
  • Tap and hold: Select multiple notes
  • Pinch to zoom: Adjust text size
  • Shake to undo: Undo last action

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iOS-Specific Features

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Tips for Mobile Recording

Best Practices for iPhone Recording:
  • Hold phone 6-8 inches from mouth
  • Find a quiet spot when possible
  • Use AirPods for better audio in noisy environments
  • Enable Airplane Mode for uninterrupted recording

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Audio Device Support

  • AirPods Pro/Max with noise cancellation
  • Wired headphones for clarity
  • Built-in mic optimized for voice
  • Bluetooth headsets supported

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Common Workflows

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Walking Meetings

  1. Start recording before the call
  2. Put phone in pocket
  3. Natural conversation capture
  4. Process after the meeting

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Commute Thoughts

  1. Open with widget while walking
  2. Record ideas on the go
  3. Review on desktop later
  4. Perfect for inspiration moments

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Quick Reminders

  1. 3D Touch app icon
  2. “Quick Note” shortcut
  3. 10-second reminder
  4. Auto-organized by AI

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Troubleshooting

Common iOS Issues & Solutions:Microphone not working?
  • Settings → Cleft → Enable Microphone
  • Check Focus Mode permissions
Notes not syncing?
  • Pull down to refresh
  • Check internet connection
  • Sign in with same account
Widget not updating?
  • Remove and re-add widget
  • Restart iPhone if needed

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Settings & Customization

Access iOS-specific settings:
  1. Open Cleft → Tap gear icon
  2. Or: iOS Settings → Cleft
Key options:
  • Microphone quality: Balanced/High
  • Background sync: On/Off
  • Widget configuration
  • Notification preferences
  • Siri & Shortcuts setup

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Performance Tips

Optimize Cleft on iPhone:
  • Close other apps when recording long sessions
  • Keep 1GB free storage for smooth operation
  • Update to latest iOS for best performance
  • Enable Background App Refresh for sync