How do Box Notes work in folders that have been synced?
Box Notes are synced to your computer, just as with other documents, and they display in your Box Sync folder. Box Notes open in your browser.. You cannot access them while offline. The folder containing Box Note images is not synced.
Who can collaborate on my Box Note?
Collaborators and permission settings are determined at the folder level. That means your Box Note is automatically available to anyone who can view the folder. It's also editable by anyone with editor access to the folder.
How do I save a Box Note?
You don’t have to! Box Notes automatically save to Box every few seconds.
How do Box Notes work on Box mobile apps?
iOS: Box Notes is available on Box for iPad and iPhone. Click here for more information.
Android: Box Notes is available on Android, but does not support Android KitKat. Click here for more information.
You can find the latest versions of supported mobile apps at the Box Apps Store.
Are tables available on Box mobile apps?
Yes. The content in existing tables is editable, but it is not currently possible to create tables or change the table structure. On Android, tables are currently read-only.
How do I lock a Box Note while working on it?
You don’t need to! You can collaborate on Box Notes with others in real-time.
What happens to version history if I copy or move a note?
If you move a note the version history is retained. If you copy a note, its version history is not retained.
How is this feature related to version history within the Box webapp?
They are separate features. The regular Box webapp version history has been disabled (hidden) for Box Notes.
Is there a way to see who made what changes in a version?
Not at this time, although it is a likely future improvement.
Is version history available on mobile?
Not at this time.
I am using a firewall, how can I ensure that Box Notes will work?
We recommend you allowlist the URLs listed in this article: Configuring a Firewall for Box Applications
Is there a public API for Box Notes?
Not at this time.