On Monday, Apple made some thrilling announcements at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024. One of the most exciting features unveiled is the "Smart Script" feature in iPadOS 18, which promises to revolutionize the way you write notes using an Apple Pencil.
What is Smart Script?
The Smart Script feature utilizes on-device machine learning to recreate your handwriting from your notes, making it smoother and more legible. This means that when you’re writing notes with your Apple Pencil, the feature will improve the appearance of your writing in real-time. You’ll be able to see your own handwriting, but with a more polished finish.
How Does Smart Script Work?
The magic behind Smart Script lies in its use of machine learning algorithms that are executed on-device. This means that your handwriting is analyzed and recreated in real-time, without any need for internet connectivity. The feature is designed to learn your writing style over time, allowing it to adapt and improve its recreation of your handwriting.
Benefits of Smart Script
The benefits of Smart Script are numerous:
- Improved legibility: Your handwriting will be smoother and more legible, making it easier to read.
- Faster correction: The feature quickly fixes mistakes, allowing you to stay focused on writing without interruptions.
- Enhanced creativity: With the ability to create space and erase text with ease, you’ll have more freedom to express yourself creatively.
Paste Text into Notes
In addition to its handwriting improvement features, Smart Script also allows you to paste text into notes and have it appear in your own handwriting. This means that you can easily incorporate pre-written text into your notes, making the writing process even more efficient.
Using Apple Pencil with Smart Script
The Apple Pencil is an essential tool for leveraging the full potential of Smart Script. With the pencil, you’ll be able to tap and hold to create space, erase text by scribbling over it, and write notes with ease.
Calculator App Coming to iPad
In other exciting news, Apple announced that it will bring the Calculator app to the iPad. This means that you’ll soon have access to a full-fledged calculator on your tablet, making calculations even more convenient than before.
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About the Author
Aisha Malik is a Consumer News Reporter at TechCrunch. She has an Honours Bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto and a Master’s degree in Journalism from Western University.
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