How to Add Backlinks to Apple Notes

Published November 9, 2024

Apple has enhanced its Notes to allow users to include more than just basic text in a note. By using the most recent OS updates, it is possible to add backlinks in Apple notes. 
 
Tapping on the link will launch Safari and display the corresponding webpage. Wondering how to make backlink in Apple notes? Keep reading to find out!

How to Add Backlinks to Apple Notes  

Adding backlinks to Apple Notes can be done by following a few simple steps.

1. First of all, ensure that your device has been upgraded to at least version 17. Navigate to Settings, choose General, and subsequently click on Software Updates. You will either be informed that the operating system is current or instructed to download and install the newest update. 
2. After that, go ahead and make a new note or access an existing note in the Notes application. 
3. Then, highlight the text you wish to include a backlink for or click on a blank space within the note where you want to insert a backlink. 
4. Scroll through the popup menu and select the Add Link option by tapping on it. 
5. Input the backlink URL into the Link To field on the Add Link screen. 
6. Lastly, press the Done button. 

Now we will show you how to add backlinks to Apple Notes on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad respectively.

Mac 

It is easier to add backlinks in Apple Notes on a Mac. You can do that by following the steps below;

1. Go to Apple Notes. 
2. Either make a new note or access the one where you want to insert your link. 
3. Highlight the text that you wish to add the backlink to.
4. Use the keyboard shortcut ‘Command + K’ to execute the action. 
5. Press ‘Command + V’ when the Link destination box is visible. 
6. Then, press the Done button.  

After inserting a backlink, you can reach the webpage by clicking on the link in your note. It is usually yellow. Note that adding a backlink by copying and pasting it without highlighting text beforehand is also an option.

iPhone and iPad 

To add a backlink to your iPhone or iPad, adhere to these steps. 

1. Launch Apple Notes. 
2. Either make a new note or open an existing one where you want to paste your backlink. 
3. Highlight the specific text.
4. Choose Paste from the menu that pops up. 

How to View Backlinks in Apple Notes 

In order to view backlinks in Apple Notes, follow these steps:

1. After adding a backlink to your Apple Notes, it will have a clickable backlink that is underlined. 
2. Click the link or linked text, and Safari will launch to the corresponding webpage. 
3. Press down on the backlink to interact with the linked item. 
4. You also have the option to duplicate the backlink or share it with someone or another application from the menu.  

Conclusion 

Apple Notes is a convenient standalone application that can be utilized in addition to many other features on your device. 
 
It's extremely simple to add backlinks on Apple Notes. After going through this manual, you should now possess the necessary knowledge to add backlinks in Apple Notes. 
 
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