How does snapping a note work in Famsy?
Simply take a photo of the note in the app, and our AI scans the text to extract dates, times, and what needs to be packed or brought along. It then suggests an event for you to confirm before adding it to your calendar.
Can I use a screenshot instead of snapping a paper note?
Yes, the exact same process works for screenshots — like a message or a digital flyer you've received. The AI reads the image and suggests an event.
What happens if the note is hard to read in the photo?
The AI does its best to read the text, but you'll always see the suggestion before confirming. If anything is unclear or incorrect, you can easily edit it before saving the event.
Can I snap a note that applies to more than one child?
Yes! If the note covers multiple children, you'll see this in the AI's draft suggestion and can choose which child or children the event applies to before confirming.
Does it work with handwritten notes?
The AI will try to read the text whether it's printed or handwritten, though neat handwriting yields the best results. As always, you can review and tweak the suggestion before saving.
Is the event added automatically as soon as I snap the photo?
No, the AI creates a draft suggestion based on the photo, but you are always in control and confirm the details before it's saved to the family calendar.
Can I snap several notes in a row?
Yes, you can snap notes one by one and confirm each suggestion, or take a few photos first and review them afterwards. You always get to review and approve each event before it's added.
What if the AI misses a detail on the note?
You'll review the draft before confirming, so you can easily add or edit any missing details — such as a specific item to bring.
Do I need to keep the paper note after snapping it?
That's completely up to you! Famsy saves the event created from the photo, so you don't need to keep or upload the original piece of paper.
Does the photo feature work as well for sports and club flyers as for school notes?
Yes, it works for any type of note with dates and event details — whether it's from school, nursery, or sports and after-school clubs.
Can I edit an event after snapping the note and confirming it?
Yes, just like any other event in your calendar, you can open and edit it at any time if details change.
What's the difference between snapping a note and entering it manually?
Snapping a note saves time because the AI reads the text and generates a ready-to-go event for you, saving you from manually typing out dates, times, and packing lists.
Can children in the family snap and add notes themselves?
Child accounts can't make edits to the calendar, so an adult or administrator in the family needs to snap the note and approve the event before it's added.
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