> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://learn.cleftnotes.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Voice Note to Apple Notes Inbox

> Send Cleft voice notes directly to Apple Notes in a dedicated inbox folder

Create Cleft Voice Notes and automatically send them to a dedicated Cleft inbox folder in Apple Notes.

## What It Does

Seamlessly capture voice notes in Cleft and automatically transfer them to a dedicated Cleft inbox folder in Apple Notes, maintaining perfect organization.

## Quick Install

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  Direct iCloud link to shortcut
</Card>

## How It Works

1. Creates a new Cleft Voice Note
2. Processes and transcribes the content
3. Creates a new note in your Cleft inbox folder in Apple Notes
4. Preserves all formatting
5. Keeps your notes organized in one place

## Requirements

* **Apps Required**: Cleft, Apple Notes
* **Platform**: iOS, macOS
* **Cleft Version**: v1.10.0 or later
* **Setup**: Create a "Cleft Inbox" folder in Apple Notes first

## Setup Instructions

1. Open Apple Notes
2. Create a new folder named "Cleft Inbox"
3. Install this shortcut
4. Run shortcut to begin voice capturing

## Use Cases

### Daily Journaling

Voice capture your daily thoughts and automatically file them in Apple Notes.

**Time saved**: 5 minutes per entry (no manual transfer)

### Quick Capture

Instantly voice-record ideas without worrying about organization.

**Time saved**: 10 minutes per day (elimination of manual filing)

### Meeting Notes

Record meeting insights and have them automatically organized.

**Time saved**: 8 minutes per meeting (transcription + filing)

## Tips for Best Results

* Ensure "Cleft Inbox" folder exists in Apple Notes before running
* Speak clearly for accurate transcription
* The shortcut handles formatting automatically
* Notes appear immediately after saving

## Perfect For

* 📝 **Journalists** capturing interviews
* 📚 **Students** recording lectures
* 💼 **Professionals** saving meeting notes
* 🗣️ **Voice-first** users who prefer speaking
* 📖 **Storytellers** capturing narrative ideas

## Related Shortcuts

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  <Card title="Share Markdown as Rich Text Note" href="/user-guides/integrations/apple-shortcuts/shortcuts/share-markdown-as-rich-text-note" aria-label="Convert Markdown to rich text">
    For text input
  </Card>

  <Card title="Markdown to Rich Text Note" href="/user-guides/integrations/apple-shortcuts/shortcuts/markdown-to-rich-text-note" aria-label="Transform clipboard Markdown">
    From formatted text
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Support

* **Folder not found?** Create "Cleft Inbox" in Apple Notes Settings
* **Voice not recording?** Check microphone permissions
* **Note not appearing?** Verify Apple Notes is open and synced