Apple Notes is one of the most commonly used apps for everyday tasks, quick ideas, and personal information. As users rely on it for more types of content—notes, passwords, reminders, recordings—the app’s simple structure becomes limiting. This project explores these limitations by creating interactive prototypes that test improved organization and usability.
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User feedback revealed three recurring issues: lost notes due to unclear hierarchy, difficulty navigating search results back to original folders, and lack of advanced organization tools such as word count or structured recording.
Rather than replicating Notion’s full flexibility, I selectively integrated structural features (hierarchy visibility, recording tools, password layers) while maintaining Apple’s minimal interface standards.
User Expectations
Users like Apple Notes because it’s simple—so the redesign can’t overwhelm them. Any new system must feel familiar to Apple users and match Apple’s visual language.
Combining Apple notes branding versus notion color branding
1. A minimal design is helpful, but without strong structure, users can easily lose important information like passwords, recordings, or updates.
2. Studying Notion helped me understand how flexible organization (folders, hierarchy, and visual structure) can improve usability
1. Refine the organization system by testing clearer categories, tagging, or smart grouping for different content types.
2. Explore customization options while keeping the interface simple and uncluttered. Iterate on the prototype based on feedback to ensure it feels seamless and Apple-like.
