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Interface overview

This guide provides a clear and concise overview of Diarly’s user interface across Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Learn about key areas such as the Menu Bar, Sidebar, Journal View, and Editor to enhance your journaling experience.

Mac Interface

Diarly’s Mac interface is organized into several key sections for a smooth journaling experience:

Diarly interface on Mac

  • Access to Options: The menu bar at the top includes various settings and features, also accessible throughout the app for convenience.
  • Keyboard Shortcuts: Quickly navigate using keyboard shortcuts.

Menu Bar

Journal View

  • Entry Display: View your entries and notes in various layouts.
  • Usage Tips: Check out the journal view guide.

Editor

  • Writing Space: A dedicated area for journal entries.
  • Editor Features: Explore more in the editor help page.

iPhone Interface

Diarly on iPhone is optimized for quick access and one-handed navigation.

Diarly interface on iPhone

  • Today view: Opens by default. Shows your daily dashboard with pinned notes, quote of the day, mood tracker, recent tags, and past memories.
  • Swipe right – Journal view: Access your journal with widgets like calendar, notes, and tags.
  • Swipe left – All view: Browse all entries and switch between calendar, timeline, gallery, or map views.
  • Top controls: Use the top toolbar to search entries or open Settings.

iPad Interface

Diarly on iPad combines features for an optimal journaling experience:

Diarly interface on iPad

  • Top Toolbar: Quick access to tools and settings.
  • Sidebar and Editor: The sidebar on the left and editor on the right enhance productivity.