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Google is reviving a long-awaited Google Keep feature that allows note-taking directly from the lock screen, spotted in a beta version.
After years of absence, Google is preparing to bring back a highly anticipated feature for Google Keep users. Fresh evidence indicates the company is once again working on a function that enables note-taking directly from the lock screen—an idea first introduced years ago but never officially released.
Recent tech reports have uncovered hidden settings within the latest app update, revealing the ability to create quick notes without fully unlocking the phone. The feature includes options to control how long the note remains on the screen, whether for a set number of minutes or throughout the entire day.
This new capability relies on the "default notes app" system that Google introduced with Android 14. That system allows note-taking applications to open directly from the lock screen. Although the platform has supported this function for some time, Google Keep has not yet fully utilized it.
The feature is currently visible inside the beta version of Android 17 QPR1. However, it remains restricted to developers and a limited group of test users, with a "coming soon" label appearing for everyone else.
Many observers believe this move could make Google Keep significantly more practical, particularly for users who enjoy jotting down quick ideas and daily notes. This comes amid growing competition from apps like Apple Notes, which already offers a smoother experience on the lock screen.
Although Google has not announced an official release date for the feature, its appearance within the app suggests the company is finally nearing a real launch after years of delays.
