Do you know that the all-new Freeform app comes with an integrated “Control+ F” shortcut aka text finder tool? Times when you may want to quickly find specific text in a project, this feature can come in really handy. Considering how important this tool is, I’m glad that Apple has neatly integrated it right into the app. Willing to find out how it works? Follow along to learn how to search for text in Freeform on iPhone and iPad.
Search for Text in Apple Freeform App on iPhone and iPad
Whether you want to draw to your heart’s liking, sketch pictures with precision, or jot down ideas, the Freeform app has got the tools to live up to the mark. What’s more, it also offers seamless collaboration with others on projects. As for the text finder, it is pretty easy to use and works like a charm.
Step 1. To get started, launch the Apple Freeform app on your iPhone or iPad.
Step 2. Now, tap on All Boards and then open a board where you want to search for text.
Step 3. Next, tap on the triple-dot icon at the upper right corner of the screen.
Step 4. Next up, choose the Find option in the drop-down menu.
Step 5. After that, enter the text that you wish to find.
Step 6. Voila! It will instantly highlight the searched text and show the total number of times the word is present in the project.
Step 7. Now, you can use the Up/Down arrow to quickly spot all the available words.
Step 8. In the end, make sure to tap on Done to finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q 1. Can you add a photo or video to your Freeform board?
Yes. Apple lets you add any photo or video to a Freeform board. Moreover, you can also directly capture a photo using your iPhone camera and insert it into your board.
Q 2. Is Freeform only available for Apple Devices?
Yes. Unfortunately, the Freeform app has been limited to working with only iDevices just like many other Apple apps including Safari, Messages, Notes, and more.
Wrap up…
There you go! So, that’s how you can unravel the built-in text finder in the Apple Freeform app. From what I can tell based on my experience, it works as expected without any glitches. Hence, I’m sure it will live up to the expectation without any issues. What’s your take on it? Make sure to shoot your thoughts in the comments below.
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