Handwriting search

You wrote it by hand. You'll still find it.

Readhill reads your handwriting on your device. Search for a word and jump to the page where it appears.

Coming soon to the App Store
You wrote it by hand. You'll still find it.

Search every notebook

Whichever notebook and page the word is on, it shows up in the list. Tap it and the line opens highlighted.

Your handwriting, as text

On the Notes page, choose Handwriting: what you wrote with the pencil is read and listed as text. Tap a line to open that page.

No internet needed

Recognition uses Apple's on-device technology. Your notes are never sent to a server.

Frequently asked questions

Which languages does it work in?

Any language your device can recognise handwriting in, including English, Turkish and many European languages.

Does it read messy handwriting?

Most of the time, yes. Very joined-up or very small writing may miss a few words.

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Requires iPadOS or iOS 17 or later

Coming soon to the App Store