How to create and format lists in Notes on a Mac

The Notes program on Mac is a handy tool for creating virtual notes that you can put on your desktop, just like real ones.

This is a very simple program, and you can create lists in it, which is especially convenient. You can create to-do lists, purchases, ideas, etc. Below we will tell you how to create and format lists in Notes.

How to create lists in Notes on Mac

Open Notes on the Mac and you will see a new blank note.

1) Click on the note.

2) Hold down the Option and Tab keys at the same time.

3) When the first item appears, start compiling the list.

After each item, press the Return (Enter) key to move to the new one. To end the list, press this key twice. After that you can add plain text to the note.

Subparagraphs

If you need to add sub-items to the list, this is also possible. For example, you need to make a list of cases consisting of several elements.

• Select the item you want to add sub-items to, and press Tab.

To return to adding the usual items:

• Select the line in which you want to continue the main points, and hold Shift along with Tab.

How to format lists in Notes

It's very easy to change the appearance of lists. You can choose different items, switch to numbered lists, add prefixes and suffixes.

1) Select a row from the list. Hold down the Control key and click on the left mouse button or trackpad.

2) In the menu that appears, select List .

You will see a small menu with options. Choose a style for identifying items, prefixes and suffixes, etc.

You can also select the sub-items that can be marked. First, empty squares will be displayed near them, and after execution you will be able to mark them with checkmarks.

Notes on the Mac are great for work, study and daily life, and use lists in them as conveniently as possible.