Apple is updating the Notes app in iOS 27 with native section links, expanded Siri AI integration, proper divider lines, and automated Markdown processing, according to a September 28 report by 9to5mac.com. The update aims to transform the application from a basic digital scratchpad into a structured writing environment.
Native Section Links Replace Endless Scrolling
Writing long-form drafts in Apple Notes previously required manual scrolling through thousands of words to locate specific subheads. Users can highlight text, select Add Link from the edit menu, choose Link to Section, and pick a target heading to jump directly to that part of the note.
Siri AI Handles Administrative Note Tasks
Managing administrative chores inside notes is now handled through deeper Siri AI integration.
Markdown Support Expands with Automatic Rich Text Conversion
Formatting tools receive multiple additions in the iOS 27 release. Markdown support introduced in iOS 26 is expanded; pasted Markdown text now automatically converts into rich text without manual steps, and a new Copy as Markdown option appears in the edit menu.
Visual Updates Bring Refreshed Icons and Image Playground Integration
Visual presentation across the Notes app receives several refinements alongside underlying AI model updates for Image Playground. Users can highlight a note, select Image Playground from the edit menu, and use the Describe an image prompt section to generate personalized visuals. 9to5mac.com reported that the app features a refreshed icon, Liquid Glass applied to buttons and menus, and shared folders relocated to the top of the folder list with updated icons.
Frequently Asked Questions About Apple Notes in iOS 27
How do you create a section link in iOS 27 Notes?
Users can highlight any text inside a note, tap the arrow to open the edit menu, select Add Link, and then choose Link to Section to pick a specific heading from the document.
What happens to Markdown text pasted into Notes in iOS 27?
Pasted Markdown-formatted text is automatically converted into rich text with zero extra steps required, according to 9to5mac.com.
Where do shared folders appear in the updated iOS 27 app?
Shared folders now appear at the very top of the folders list and feature a new icon, alongside updated icons for individual shared folders and notes.