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"Help me create a list?" Was it removed?
The user is asking if a feature ('Help me create a list?') has been removed from Google Keep, indicating a complaint about a change or removal of functionality.
Oct 18, 2026
12 years Keep user wants to switch
The user expresses frustration with the current interface of Google Keep after being a long-time user, specifically mentioning annoyance with the placement of the cursor and the reminder options. They are looking for tips or other apps, indicating dissatisfaction.
Oct 18, 2026
Any way to get this to look nice again?
The user is unhappy with the visual presentation of notes in Google Keep, specifically the empty space for the note title, and is asking for a way to change it, indicating a complaint about the current design.
Oct 11, 2026
Replacement for to-do list Keep notifications that Google killed.
The user is complaining about the loss of a specific notification feature in Google Keep due to integration with Google Tasks and is actively seeking alternatives, indicating a negative experience with Keep.
Oct 09, 2026
Gemini as Assistant requires me to unlock my phone to add items to Google Keep — didn’t this used to work from the lock screen?
The user is experiencing an issue where Gemini (used as an assistant) requires them to unlock their phone to add items to Google Keep, which they believe used to work from the lock screen. They are questioning if the behavior changed and are seeking a fix, indicating a complaint about a functionality degradation.
Oct 06, 2026
"Delete note" position moved to the bottom on desktop
The user finds the placement of the 'Delete note' button at the bottom of the screen on the desktop version of Google Keep to be 'annoying and counterintuitive', which is a direct complaint about the user interface.
Oct 02, 2026
Not working within Google Messages?
The user is reporting that a feature intended to work within Google Messages is not functioning as expected, despite troubleshooting steps. This is a complaint about the app's performance and functionality.
Oct 02, 2026
Is there any script for reenabling select and drag on web again? See the gif
The user is asking for a script to re-enable a functionality (select and drag) on the web version of Google Keep, implying that it was removed or is not working as they expect, which is a complaint about a change in behavior.
Oct 01, 2026
Hey guys
The user is facing an issue where Google Keep is no longer compatible with their device and they cannot use a specific feature (drawing). They are asking for a fix, indicating a problem with the app's compatibility and functionality.
Sep 27, 2026
They just butchered android widget again
The user is complaining about changes to the Google Keep widget, specifically that it's been made less dense and limited in rows. They are actively looking for alternatives, which clearly indicates dissatisfaction with the current state of the app's widget.
Sep 26, 2026
Giving away 50 free codes for my just released app PazBy, my location-reminder app for Android.
The post explicitly states that 'Google removed location-based reminders from Keep last year, and nothing replaced them,' framing the developer's new app as a solution to a problem created by Google Keep's functionality removal. This is a complaint about a feature loss in Google Keep.
Sep 23, 2026
Do You Miss Google Keep's location reminders? I do, so I built a replacement for it.
The user's post is about building a replacement for Google Keep's location reminders because 'Keep reminders moved to Tasks, location reminders didn't make the cut.' This indicates a complaint about a feature being removed from Google Keep.
Sep 23, 2026
Question: are you able to upload more than 2 photos at a time to a Google keep note?
The user is asking a question about a limitation they've encountered in the Google Keep mobile app (uploading only 2 photos at a time) and is seeking a reason and a fix. This points to a complaint about a functional restriction.
Sep 23, 2026
Sort Notes on iOS - Finally
The user expresses that Google 'finally added sort notes' to the iOS app and that 'It took them a long time!!' This implies a previous lack of this feature, and while they are happy it's now present, the exclamation suggests they were frustrated by its absence for a long time.
Sep 22, 2026
I use Google Keep to note what games I have so I don't but the same thing again.
The user is framing their post as a 'normal positive way, without A) abusing the group just to pimp your app for free advertising or B) whinge that you can't add the entire library of Planet earth or a 20gb image to a keep note.' The mention of 'whinge that you can't add...' directly refers to common complaints about Google Keep's limitations.
Sep 14, 2026
Gemini asks for confirmation with keep
The user states that Gemini 'always asks for confirmation' to add items to Google Keep, whereas before it didn't. They ask 'is it happening to everyone else?', indicating a problem with the current integration and a potential bug or unwanted change.
Sep 12, 2026
Google Keep mobile app syncs only after reopening
The user describes a persistent issue where the Google Keep mobile app 'doesn't sync to the cloud until Keep is reopened.' They detail how this bug can lead to data loss and mention reporting it to Google 'years ago' but it's 'still there.' This is a clear complaint about a long-standing bug and data sync issues.
Sep 11, 2026
missing note
The user reports that an 'archived note... simply vanished' and is nowhere to be found. They state they've 'never had any issues' before, implying this is a new and concerning problem with data integrity in Google Keep.
Sep 05, 2026
AI box gets in way
The user is experiencing an 'irritating' blue box that obstructs typing in Google Keep and is asking how to make it go away. This is a complaint about a UI element interfering with core functionality.
Sep 04, 2026
Is Standard Notes a good Google Keep alternative?
The user explicitly states they 'want to get off Keep because screw Google' and are asking about alternatives. This indicates strong dissatisfaction with Google Keep.
Sep 03, 2026
Is there any good alternative for google keep?
The user is looking for an alternative to Google Keep because 'After they have started separating reminders from notes, and hiding reminders I am trying to find some alternative.' This indicates a complaint about changes to the reminder functionality in Keep.
Aug 31, 2026
Anyone else very annoyed at the new confirmation dialog to delete a note? Before I had no issue just deleting, it sends it to trash so if I delete it accidentally I just recover it in 2 seconds from trash
The user is 'very annoyed' by a 'new confirmation dialog to delete a note,' contrasting it with the previous, simpler deletion process that sent notes to trash. This is a complaint about a change in the deletion workflow.
Aug 30, 2026
Google Home speaker no longer adds to list in Google Keep
The user is experiencing an issue where their Google Home speaker 'no longer adds to list in Google Keep' as it used to. They describe it as 'so frustrating when things that work without issue forever just all of a sudden stop functioning properly,' clearly indicating a complaint about broken functionality.
Aug 25, 2026
Quick capture widget only goes to one account
The user is experiencing an issue where the quick capture widget 'goes to one account only' and they are asking for 'thoughts on how I can choose or direct to each account,' indicating a problem with the widget's functionality.
Aug 22, 2026
The reminder feature is now buried in a more menu?
The user is complaining that 'The reminder feature is now buried in a more menu?' and that it's replaced with a 'collaboration button.' They question who this is for and state 'These torch everything that is good,' indicating strong dissatisfaction with recent UI changes affecting reminders.
Aug 19, 2026
How can I add bullet points to my notes on mobile?
The user is asking how to add bullet points in the mobile version of Google Keep, as the intended method is 'doesn't always work' and the symbol 'stays as is.' This is a complaint about inconsistent functionality.
Aug 19, 2026
Can other people write notes on my account????
The user is distressed because they found notes they didn't write on their account and is asking 'Can other people write notes on my account????' and 'Is there a way to tell if someone else is logged in somehow??'. This is a complaint about a potential security/privacy issue and unauthorized access.
Aug 11, 2026
Hello. Come join our community. This free/ad-free App is in open beta now. The dev team will share updates here.
This post is promoting a new app and explicitly mentions that Google Keep removed a feature: 'Google Keep removed location-based reminders from Keep last year, and nothing replaced them.' This is a complaint about a feature loss in Google Keep.
Aug 02, 2026
Google Tasks Native on iPhone + things we wanted + it is not a vibecode project + Free & Ad-free
The user is complaining that a new widget toolbar 'has cut off the notes so i can no longer use it,' and is asking how to remove it. This is a direct complaint about a UI change negatively impacting usability.
Jul 31, 2026
Google Keep on iOS still has no widget 😅
The user is expressing frustration that 'Google Keep still doesn’t have a proper iOS widget' even in 2026, calling it 'such a basic feature that’s been missing for years.' This is a clear complaint about a lack of a requested feature.
Jul 30, 2026
I have an issue with trying to unsave a post that refuses to be unsaved on the android app.
The user is reporting an issue where a post in their saves 'refuses to be unsaved' on the Android app, and they have 'tried a lot of things and it refuses to.' This indicates a bug and a complaint about unresolvable functionality.
Jul 30, 2026
Just wanted to share my Kept, an open source self-hosted Google Keep-style app I've built for people who love how simple Keep is.
The user has built an open-source app 'Kept' that is 'Google Keep-style' because they 'always ended up missing the same thing: Open the app, write something down immediately, close it, and trust that it’s there.' They also mention that 'A lot of note-taking apps are excellent, but they tend to be designed around notebooks, documents...'. While they state 'The goal isn’t to argue that Google Keep is bad,' the entire premise of building a replacement is based on perceived shortcomings or preferences that Google Keep doesn't fully satisfy, implying a level of complaint about its limitations or direction.
Jul 28, 2026
Google Keep App occurance
The user describes a bizarre incident where 'a dialogue box opened and began printing, 'Can you help me, Why don't you, nothing'.' They have 'no idea where or how this could be posted on an app that I have been using for years.' This is a complaint about unexpected and unwanted behavior within the app.
Jul 26, 2026
Why tasks/notes widgest waste so much space?
The user is asking 'Why tasks/notes widgets waste so much space?', indicating a complaint about the design and efficiency of the widgets.
Jul 25, 2026
Widget side panel
The user is asking how to remove a 'side panel that they added in the recent update to Android notes list widget,' stating it 'takes too much space' and they have 'no idea why they thought it's a good ux.' This is a complaint about a recent UI change negatively impacting usability.
Jul 24, 2026
GoogleKeep on web browser takes too long to load my notes
The user reports that the 'GoogleKeep on web browser takes too long to load my notes' and asks for ways to improve this, indicating a performance complaint.
Jul 24, 2026
Keep alternative that can immediately and automatically sync
The user's primary complaint is that 'a lot of times it doesn't sync, sometimes for quite some time. Android - Windows.' They also mention the 'recent deletion prompt (just let me delete it bro)', which is another complaint about a UI change.
Jul 24, 2026
how to not make keep turn links into these variants that doesnt even load
The user is complaining that when they 'copy paste them into google keep they turn into this:' followed by a screenshot of a broken link and states 'the worst part is that link is not even clickable, doesnt open the link i pasted or anything at all.' They are asking how to prevent this, indicating a complaint about link handling.
Jul 16, 2026
Google keep not syncing for me on Android
The user is reporting that 'Google keep not syncing for me on Android' and that new notes created on either the phone or web are not appearing across devices, indicating a sync issue.
Jul 15, 2026
Google Keep-style card view for Obsidian — Mini Notes (free, open source)
The user mentions that they 'built this because I wanted somewhere to dump quick thoughts without the pressure of filing them perfectly right away, then come back later and actually organize them visually.' This implies that Google Keep's organization might be perceived as pressured or not ideal for their workflow, leading them to build an alternative. They also mention 'very Google Keep-inspired,' suggesting an emulation of its simplicity, but the act of building a replacement indicates a need not fully met by Keep.
Jul 08, 2026
Can’t create check boxes or access any options.
The user states they 'Can’t create check boxes or access any options' in Google Keep on their iPhone, describing the screen dimming but nothing appearing. This indicates a functional bug.
Jul 06, 2026
Google Keep Widget issues
The user is reporting that 'after the latest Android update, I am unable to add the Keep widget to my home screen' and is asking if others are experiencing this or have solutions. This points to a bug introduced by an update.
Jul 06, 2026
Two features missing in Keep
The user lists features that 'Bear notes' has and 'Keep could do better,' specifically mentioning 'Better search' and 'Folding headers within a note.' They also state 'Markdown in general is a great way to format notes,' implying these are desirable features lacking in Keep. While they acknowledge Keep's accessibility, the focus is on its shortcomings.
Jul 01, 2026
What other similar apps are people recommending?
The user is asking for recommendations for apps similar to Google Keep because 'I just use Keep for note keeping and also making some reminders, which i would usually want to just remove as soon as they have alerted me.' They also mention wanting an app that's 'pretty basic' and has 'import your notes.' This suggests they are dissatisfied with current Keep functionality or its integration with other Google services.
Jun 30, 2026
Shopping list items disappearing when household member adds them
The user's title states 'Shopping list items disappearing when household member adds them,' which is a direct complaint about a synchronization or data integrity issue within Google Keep shared lists.
Jun 30, 2026
Had keep changed how you delete a task?
The user expresses that 'I hated the way Google have changed it, seems to have just made as simple app pretty complicated.' They detail issues with reminders no longer being easily deleted and the need for other apps. They are asking if there's a way to fix it or use it better, indicating significant dissatisfaction with recent changes.
Jun 30, 2026
Copy in mobile version not matching desktop.
The user is complaining about 'Formatting difference between Android App and Windows Browser tab since last Android update ?' specifically mentioning 'unwanted line breaks' and differing symbols, requiring them to constantly readjust. They also mention 'I’m also wondering if it’s possible to roll back the Google Keep app on Android to an older version.' This is a clear complaint about a bug affecting formatting and sync.
Jun 27, 2026
Anyone notice that the web version is super slow at syncing updates made on the app?
The user notices that 'the web version is super slow at syncing updates made on the app,' while changes made on the desktop are 'nearly instantaneously received on the app.' They've tried refreshing multiple times and are stating it takes 'a minute or two for it to finally show up in web.' This is a complaint about a significant sync delay.
Jun 26, 2026
Pasted text
The user is frequently irked by how pasting complex text from Gemini into Google Keep results in 'one huge blob of text with no space AT ALL between what was paragraph breaks,' requiring significant work to make presentable. They are asking if there is any workaround for this formatting issue.
Jun 25, 2026
custom-set reminder times, previously found in settings as I recall
The user is lamenting the loss of a feature where they 'would set custom reminder times for quick note-taking but it has vanished.' They describe the lost feature as 'perfect really so lovely' and are looking for a 'smaller ad-free app that has this feature,' indicating a complaint about a removed functionality and a search for alternatives.
Jun 22, 2026
Google search says that I can get the URL for a Keep note and program it to an nfc tag using the URL ndef. Using the Android app I see no share option, just send and collaborate. Did Google remove this option?
The user is asking if Google removed the option to 'get the URL for a Keep note' and program it to an NFC tag, as they 'see no share option, just send and collaborate' on the Android app. This implies a removal of desired functionality.
Jun 21, 2026
Can Search not find multiple terms if not appearing consecutively in image?
The user is asking if 'Search not find multiple terms if not appearing consecutively in image?' with an example of a receipt. This is a complaint about the limitations of the image search functionality.
Jun 19, 2026
Anyone else seeing super slow input on Android
The user is experiencing 'super slow input on Android' in Google Keep, noting that it's getting 'laggier and laggier' over months and requires constant clearing of cache or resetting. This is a performance complaint.
Jun 18, 2026
Suchfunktion
The user is asking for improvements to the search function, specifically wanting to be 'directly guided to the specific text passage within a note.' They are also looking for an alternative app that functions like Google Keep but with better structuring (categories, linking notes). This indicates a dissatisfaction with Keep's current search and organizational capabilities.
Jun 18, 2026
Why the hell the font style changed?
The user exclaims 'Why the hell the font style changed? This is ugly as hell, why they changed with this serif type?', which is a clear complaint about a visual change to the app's appearance.
Jun 18, 2026
What is going on? Google Keep is changing what i'm typing as i'm typing it.
The user is experiencing 'Google Keep is changing what i'm typing as i'm typing it' despite having turned off auto-correct, and is asking for a fix. This indicates an unwanted and disruptive behavior in the app.
Jun 17, 2026
Notes missing from web and app
The user reports that 'Notes missing from web and app' after the app was behaving weirdly and they uninstalled updates. They believe the notes are not synced to the servers and are asking for ways to recover them. This is a critical complaint about data loss.
Jun 17, 2026
Autocomplete resulting in typos
The user is experiencing an issue where typing 'arm' in Google Keep autocompletes to 'atm' and they have to use an escape key to type it correctly. They are asking if anyone else has experienced this and for solutions, indicating a bug in the text input functionality.
Jun 13, 2026
Why don’t synced apple notes go to Google keep?
The user is questioning why synced Apple Notes go to 'the mailbox which does not sync in live time nor look good,' and states 'It doesn’t make sense.' This implies dissatisfaction with how notes from Apple are handled when syncing with Google's ecosystem, specifically not going to Keep as expected.
Jun 11, 2026
Where did my things go??
The user states that after an update, they 'lost all my notes since 2023, i had many important things and they're just gone now.' This is a severe complaint about data loss and an unwelcome UI change.
Jun 10, 2026
Google Keep's poor performance has finally pissed me off enough and I'm ready to switch. Anyone have any good alternative apps?
The user explicitly states that 'Google Keep's poor performance has finally pissed me off enough and I'm ready to switch.' They detail issues with the Android app being 'horribly laggy with delayed text input' and having to restart it. They are looking for alternative apps with specific requirements, indicating strong dissatisfaction with Keep's current performance.
Jun 08, 2026
Please help me remove these
The user is asking what the yellow bubble that pops up when clicking an image in Keep is and how to get rid of it and prevent more from popping up, indicating an unwanted UI element.
Jun 08, 2026
Formatting difference between Android App and Windows Browser tab since last Android update ?
The user is reporting 'annoying formatting differences' between the Android app and Windows browser for Google Keep notes since a recent update, including 'unwanted line breaks' and different symbols, requiring them to spend time readjusting. They are also considering rolling back the app, indicating a clear complaint about bugs and usability issues.
Jun 05, 2026
Hey Google, leave my Google Keep notes alone!
The user is 'extremely outraged' because 'reminders from Google Keep began to arrive from Google Calendar,' and the text in Google Calendar doesn't change when recurring notes are edited in Keep. They call it a 'real bug, not a feature' and urge Google to 'leave Google Keep alone and let it work separately, as it was before and worked fine!' This is a strong complaint about functionality changes and integration issues.
Jun 04, 2026
Program improvement suggestion
The user expresses a 'wish that when you labeled a note, it moved to that label and disappeared from the main landing page, as if I had filed it away.' They also state 'I don't care for the new icon,' indicating dissatisfaction with both a functional aspect and the app's visual design.
May 30, 2026
I know the logos been mentioned but . . . Piss funnel?? It looks like a piss funnel.
The user's title 'Piss funnel?? It looks like a piss funnel.' is a negative and critical description of the new Google Keep icon, indicating strong dislike.
May 28, 2026
Can't no longer upload more than one picture after the new update. Is there a new restriction regarding pictures?
The user states they 'Can't no longer upload more than one picture after the new update. Is there a new restriction regarding pictures?' This indicates a complaint about a new limitation or bug introduced by an update.
May 28, 2026
I can not update Keep app .
The user states 'I can not update Keep app.' with Google Play showing 'something went wrong' and is asking for a solution. This is a complaint about the inability to update the app.
May 27, 2026
“Recording” should say “Transcribe”
The user suggests that '“Recording” should say “Transcribe” or “Transcript”' in the '+' menu, explaining they 'want to record myself reading what I’ve wrote' and that the current 'record' function's main purpose seems to be transcribing what you say, rather than attaching a recording. They also mention it's 'a pain when I can’t read them.' This is a complaint about the naming and functionality of the recording feature.
May 24, 2026
exporting Keep notes to start.me; Keep isn't efficient for me anymore
The user is asking about exporting Keep notes to another service because 'Keep isn't efficient for me anymore.' This indicates dissatisfaction with the current efficiency of Google Keep.
May 24, 2026