How to get started with Apple’s new Journal app

Apple's new Journal app: A guided tour of iOS 17.2's built-in diary

Keeping a daily journal is nothing new, nor is using a phone to do it. What is new is Apple's dedicated journaling app, simply called "Journal," included with iOS 17.2. If you haven't updated your iPhone, do so now to access this app. It'll appear on your home screen and app library.

Apple positions Journal as a tool to "capture and write about everyday moments and special events," allowing you to incorporate photos, videos, audio, locations, and more to enrich your memories. While many excellent iOS journaling apps exist (Day One, Moodnotes, Daylio, etc.), Journal offers a built-in, streamlined experience.

Getting Started and Customization

After launching Journal, you'll be introduced to its key features. Tap "Continue" to begin. Initially, your journal will be empty, but you can create entries using the large " " button at the bottom.

The app prompts you to enable journaling suggestions—prompts based on your iPhone usage (e.g., a FaceTime call or photos). You can enable, disable, or customize these suggestions. With suggestions enabled, you'll receive entry ideas; otherwise, you'll start with a blank page.

To manage suggestions later, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Journaling Suggestions. Here, you can toggle suggestions on/off, clear history, or disable suggestions for new entries without completely turning off the feature. Within the Journal settings, you can also set a passcode and schedule writing prompts.

Creating and Managing Entries

New entries offer a simple, blank note interface. Add photos, voice recordings, and locations using the bottom icons. If suggestions are enabled, tap the magic wand icon for writing prompts.

The three dots at the top allow you to edit the entry date (helpful for belated entries) or delete the entry. You can also bookmark entries using the top-left icon. Once finished, tap "Done." Entries are chronologically listed with previews. Multiple entries per day are allowed. Edit or delete existing entries by tapping the three dots beside them.

Use the filters icon (three horizontal lines) in the top right to view entries by type (photos, voice notes, bookmarks), enhancing navigation as your journal grows.

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