> ## 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.

# Settings

> Configure Cleft on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

<Note>
  Some settings are available to Plus users only.
</Note>

## Accessing Settings

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="iOS / iPadOS">
    Tap the **gear icon** in the top-right corner of the notes list.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="macOS">
    Press `⌘ + ,` or click **Cleft → Settings** in the menu bar.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

***

## iOS / iPadOS Settings

On iPhone and iPad, settings are organised into six sections.

### General

* **Appearance.** Light, Dark, or System theme.
* **Language.** Transcription language (55+ supported, or Auto-Detect).
* **Date Format.** Choose how dates appear throughout the app.

### Writing Style

* **Custom Instructions** (Plus). Tell Cleft how to format your notes.
* **Auto-Copy** (Plus). Automatically copy new notes to clipboard.

<Tip>
  Custom instructions have a 500-character limit. Be specific about formatting preferences.
</Tip>

### Integrations

* **Notion** (Plus). Connect, pick a database, and choose how notes flow:
  * **Auto-send to Notion.** Every finished recording lands in your chosen database automatically. Pauses itself after three failed sends with a banner that explains how to retry.
  * **Archive after Send.** Move a note to your Archived filter the moment a manual Send to Notion succeeds. Manual Send only.
  * See [Notion](/user-guides/integrations/notion/overview) for the full setup.
* **Zapier** (Plus). Connect to 8,000+ apps via automation.
* **Obsidian** (Plus). Export notes as Markdown files.
* **API Keys.** Manage developer access.

### Account

* **What's Included.** View your plan features.
* **Manage Subscription.** Upgrade or manage billing.
* **Email.** Update your account email.
* **Display Name.** Change your name.
* **Log Out.** Sign out of Cleft.
* **Delete Account.** Permanently remove your account and data.

### Support

* **Help & Support.** Get assistance.
* **Send Feedback.** Share ideas or report issues.
* **Privacy Policy.** View our privacy commitment.
* **About.** App version and legal information.

### Roadmap

* **Vote on Features.** Shape what we build next at [cleft.canny.io](https://cleft.canny.io).

***

## macOS Settings

On Mac, settings are organised into five tabs. Open the window with `⌘,` and click between tabs.

### General

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/cleft/nE8iXKJ0sVndsv6T/images/screenshots/settings/panels/general.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=nE8iXKJ0sVndsv6T&q=85&s=0c2eec184353a7ec74be5d7ae4e6e3c9" alt="Cleft macOS General settings: theme, language, date format, audio devices" style={{ width: "100%", maxWidth: "700px", height: "auto", marginBottom: "1rem", borderRadius: "8px" }} width="1200" height="782" data-path="images/screenshots/settings/panels/general.png" />

* **Theme.** Light, Dark, or Match System.
* **Launch at Startup.** Start Cleft when your Mac starts.
* **Language.** Transcription language (Auto-Detect or 55+ languages).
* **Date Format.** Choose how dates appear throughout the app.
* **Time Format.** 12-hour or 24-hour clock.
* **Preflight Mode.** Download notes for offline reading.
* **Input Device.** Select your microphone.
* **Output Device.** Select audio output for playback.

### Integrations

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/cleft/MrxlWkM1BkTFRsng/images/screenshots/settings/panels/integrations.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=MrxlWkM1BkTFRsng&q=85&s=8910f6f127a009df0dce1e217ce494ce" alt="Cleft macOS Integrations settings: Zapier, Notion, and local sync folder" style={{ width: "100%", maxWidth: "700px", height: "auto", marginBottom: "1rem", borderRadius: "8px" }} width="2000" height="1304" data-path="images/screenshots/settings/panels/integrations.png" />

* **Zapier** (Plus). Connect to 8,000+ apps via automation.
* **Notion** (Plus). Connect, pick a database, and choose how notes flow:
  * **Auto-send to Notion.** Every finished recording lands in your chosen database automatically.
  * **Archive after Send.** Move a note to Archived the moment a manual Send to Notion succeeds.
  * See [Notion](/user-guides/integrations/notion/overview) for setup and troubleshooting.
* **Local Sync Folder** (Plus). Auto-export notes as .md files to Obsidian, Bear, Logseq, or any folder.

### Style

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/cleft/MrxlWkM1BkTFRsng/images/screenshots/settings/panels/style.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=MrxlWkM1BkTFRsng&q=85&s=cc9d170ce689412c7c6790240a0f9c1b" alt="Cleft macOS Style settings: output style instructions and copy format" style={{ width: "100%", maxWidth: "700px", height: "auto", marginBottom: "1rem", borderRadius: "8px" }} width="2000" height="1304" data-path="images/screenshots/settings/panels/style.png" />

* **Output Style** (Plus). Tell Cleft how to format your notes. 500-character limit.
* **Copy Format.** Choose Plaintext or Markdown for auto-copy and `⌘C`.
* **Cleft Signature.** Add "Scribed by Cleft" to copied notes.

### Account

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/cleft/MrxlWkM1BkTFRsng/images/screenshots/settings/panels/account.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=MrxlWkM1BkTFRsng&q=85&s=7d755c7501fcf7088c3e9a83929fb2c6" alt="Cleft macOS Account settings: plan, subscription, and account actions" style={{ width: "100%", maxWidth: "700px", height: "auto", marginBottom: "1rem", borderRadius: "8px" }} width="2000" height="1304" data-path="images/screenshots/settings/panels/account.png" />

* **Account.** Your email address.
* **Plan.** Current subscription tier.
* **Manage Subscription.** Upgrade or manage billing.
* **Log Out of Cleft.** Sign out (notes stay safe in the cloud).
* **Delete Account.** Permanently remove your account and all data.

### About

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/cleft/s6jVhLM97ZTjrxlL/images/screenshots/settings/panels/about.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=s6jVhLM97ZTjrxlL&q=85&s=ea7153edff84dcad48b5911a1d6bd4ba" alt="Cleft macOS About settings: version info, support links, and legal" style={{ width: "100%", maxWidth: "700px", height: "auto", marginBottom: "1rem", borderRadius: "8px" }} width="1200" height="782" data-path="images/screenshots/settings/panels/about.png" />

* **Version.** Current app version and build number.
* **Report a Bug / Email Us / Request a Feature.** Get in touch.
* **What's New.** See latest features.
* **Leave a Review.** Rate on the App Store.
* **Roadmap / Changelog.** See what's coming and what shipped.
* **Terms / Privacy / Access.** Legal links.

***

## Platform Differences

| Feature             | iOS / iPadOS | macOS     |
| ------------------- | ------------ | --------- |
| Launch at Login     | —            | ✓         |
| Input/Output Device | —            | ✓         |
| Local Folder Sync   | —            | ✓ (Plus)  |
| Date Format         | ✓            | ✓         |
| Roadmap Section     | ✓            | —         |
| Support Section     | ✓            | Via About |

<Note>
  Settings are stored per-device. You'll need to configure each device separately.
</Note>