9. Notes & Reminders

Notes let you record observations, tasks, and reminders that are not tied to a specific inspection. They can be attached to an apiary, a hive, or your whole account.

9.1 Creating a Note

1. From the navigation bar, tap Notes.
2. Tap + to create a new note.
3. Enter a title and the note content.
4. Select whether it is a General Note, Task, or Reminder.
5. Optionally attach it to an apiary and hive using the dropdowns.
6. To set a reminder notification, toggle Set Reminder and choose a date and time.
7. Tap Save.

9.2 Completing Tasks and Reminders

In the Notes list, each task and reminder shows a checkbox on the left. Tap it to mark the item complete. Completed items move to the History view immediately. Tap the history icon (top right) to see all completed items.

9.3 Reminder Notifications

The app sends a local notification at the scheduled time. Tap the notification to open the Notes list.

If a reminder does not arrive:

• iPhone / iPad: Settings → Notifications → Bee Inspector — confirm notifications are allowed.
• Android: Settings → Apps → Bee Inspector → Notifications — confirm notifications are enabled. Android 13 and later require you to grant notification permission explicitly when the app first asks.
• Check that the note has not been marked complete — completing a note cancels its pending reminder.

9.4 Note Visibility on Hive Screens

Notes and tasks attached to a hive appear on the hive detail screen. Completed tasks disappear from the hive screen as soon as you tick them (visible in History). General notes are shown for 90 days then removed from the hive screen, but remain accessible in the full Notes list.