One easy way to ensure you don't overspend or overshop is to create a shopping list ahead of time. This can also help you keep track of your current purchases. With the latest iOS 17 update, you can create and share a shopping list on your iPhone.
While you can create lists using iOS 16 or later, you cannot specify a separate shopping category. Additionally, you will have to manually create subtasks and categories, if available. However, if your device is running iOS XNUMX or later, iOS 17You can do this and more with the Reminders app. So, let's take a look at how to create and share a shopping list on your iPhone.
Note: Make sure your iPhone is running iOS 17 or later before proceeding.
How to activate the Reminders app on iPhone
Before you create a shopping list (formerly called a grocery list) on your iPhone, you'll need to make sure the Reminders app is enabled in your iCloud settings. If it's not, you won't be able to access this feature on your iPhone. Here's how.
Step 1: Open an app Settings.
Step 2: Here, click on Your profile name.
Step 3: Click on iCloud.
Step 4: Go to section Apps that use iCloud and click Show all.
Step 5: Scroll down and turn on the toggle switch. For reminders If it isn't already.
This will ensure you can create a shopping list on your iPhone. To learn more, continue to the next section.
How to Make a Shopping List on iPhone
Once created, you can add the desired items to the list. With auto-sorting features, the Reminders app will automatically sort these items into different categories. So, let's take a look at how to create a shopping list on your iPhone without any third-party apps.
Step 1: Open Reminders app on your iPhone.
Step 2: Then press Add list.
Step 3: First, Add a name to your list. Then tap the option List type.
Step 4: Locate the shopping.
Step 5: Next, select code and the right color For your shopping list icon, if necessary.
Step 6: after Add all details, Click on It was completed.
Step 7: Once you have opened your newly created shopping list, click New item.
Step 8: Here, type the name. Element. Then click on the icon i beside him.
Step 9: Use categories to add information. additional About the item. Then click on It was completed.
Step 10: Repeat this process to add other items. They will be automatically sorted into different categories.
Note: Apple will list unrecognized items under the “Other” category.
Step 11: Click the empty space below the last category line to add an item to a new category.
Step 12: Then continue Add item And customize it as you like.
This will create a new category for the item. Or, if a relevant category already exists, your item will be automatically moved to it in the Reminders app on your iPhone. You can now use this list as you like.
How to Edit Items or Categories in Shopping Lists on iPhone
The beauty of a shopping list lies in the ability to include or exclude items as needed. This helps ensure that any forgotten items are included and items that are no longer needed are removed. So, here's how to edit any existing shopping list in the Reminders app on your iPhone.
Step 1: Open Reminders app And press Shopping list related to.
Step 2: If you feel the list is too crowded, you can delete items. To do this, press and hold Element And drag it to the left.
Step 3: Here, click on delete. Repeat the process for any other items.
Step 4: For items you have already purchased, you can mark "It was completed" On it. To do this, click on the dot in front of the item.
Repeat this process for the other items.
Step 5: Click on three-dot icon To edit the list view.
Step 6: Here, use the options to change the display. List, and save Menu As a template, print it, complete it, etc., using the available options.
Step 7: Or, if you want to modify Main menu information, click on “Show menu information.”
Step 8: Here make the necessary changes.
Note: Make sure the list type remains as Shopping.
Step 9: Once all changes are made, click on Done.
This will help you change the color, name, and icon of your shopping list to make it stand out from any other list in your Reminders app.
Edit item or category priority
Step 1: Go to the relevant shopping list and click on the item whose information you want to edit.
Step 2: Once it appears, tap on the i icon in front of it.
Step 3:Here, change the item's priority by clicking on Priority option.
Step 4: Click on priority option Related to the selected item.
Note: Depending on the priority, !, !! or, !!! will be added in front of the item in the list.
Additionally, you can also make changes to an item's category. This can be useful if the item is automatically sorted into the "Other" category.
Step 5: To do this, click on the option Section.
Step 6: Scroll through this page and select The right choice.
Note: If the selected category is already available in your shopping list, the item will be moved there. Otherwise, a new category will be created.
Step 7: Once you have made all relevant changes, click on It was completed.
Step 8: You can also change the category from the same menu. If the option is available, click Suggested category Down added element.
This will ensure the item is moved to the correct category and assigned the correct priority on your shopping list. Not only does it help organize your shopping list, it also helps prioritize specific items.
How to Share Shopping Lists on iPhone
If you're shopping with friends and family, sharing your shopping list will help ensure you're all on the same page. Plus, you can see who added an item to their cart in the store once they remove it from the list. So, here's how to share your shopping lists on your iPhone.
Step 1: Open Reminders app And press Shopping list related to.
Step 2: From options List, Click on the icon Participation.
Step 3: Here, select The application The relevant one you would like to use to share your shopping list.
This will help other users access your shopping list. For more details, see our explanation about Collaborate with others using the Reminders app on your iPhone.
How to delete a shopping list on iPhone
If you've created a temporary list for a trip or want to remove a list that's no longer needed, you can delete the relevant shopping list from the Reminders app. Here's how.
Step 1: Open an app Reminders on your iPhone.
Step 2: Here, click on Menu. the shopping that you wish to delete.
Step 3: In the upper right corner, tap three dots icon.
Step 4: Here, click on Delete list.
Step 5: Click on delete.
This will delete the selected shopping list and all its contents from the Reminders app. You and anyone you shared the list with will no longer be able to access it.
Note: If you can't access the shopping list, here it is: How to fix shopping list not working on iPhone.
Frequently asked questions about creating a shopping list on iPhone
Q1. Can you create a shopping list on iOS 16 and earlier?
The answer: Since the ability to set a list as a shopping list is limited to iOS 17 and later, you can't access it if your device is running iOS 16 or later.
Q2. Can you use Siri to create a shopping list on your iPhone?
The answer: Once you've created a shopping list on your iPhone, you can use Siri to add items to it. You can do this even after you've closed the Reminders app.
A smart way to shop
Understanding how to create and share a shopping list on your iPhone can not only help you, but also help your family or group keep track of current and future purchases. Additionally, iOS 17 users can also take advantage of other new features, such as Standby mode.
