This guide explains how to fix Grocery List not working on iOS 17.
With the launch of the iPhone 15 almost upon us, Apple has rolled out the latest flagship update: iOS 17.
The new update for the iPhone brings a number of new features to the ever-popular device from one of the world’s leading tech companies.
As with any new update, there is a lot to learn about when it comes to iOS 17. Usually, new features require some playing around with before you fully understand how they work. However, once you do, you will usually wonder how you ever managed without it.
One such feature is Grocery List (or Shopping List), which is brand new in the latest update.
The Grocery List feature adds a handy way for you to make a shopping list for when you go grocery shopping. If you ever find yourself in the supermarket forgetting what you came for, this feature is for you.
Unfortunately, some iOS 17 users are finding that the Grocery List feature isn’t working as it should.
So, let’s go over how to use and how to fix Grocery List not working in iOS 17.
How to use Grocery List in iOS 17
This is how to use Grocery List in iOS 17:
Open the Reminders app.
Once in the Reminders app, press ‘Add List’ in the bottom right corner.
Next, you need to configure your new list. From the ‘List Type’ drop down, select ‘Grocery’ or ‘Shopping’ (the wording is dependent on your region). Then give your list a name.
Finally, press ‘New Item’ in the bottom left corner to start populating your grocery list. The app should automatically populate your items into categories e.g. meat, dairy, bread.
Grocery List not working iOS 17
While Grocery Lists should automatically sort your items into categories, many iOS 17 users are reporting that this is not working.
Unfortunately, the problem with automatic categories appears to be a bug with iOS 17 and not a setting that must be enabled.
If (like me) you are experiencing the problem, it seems that you need to wait for Apple to release a bug fix for the Grocery List to work automatically.
Thankfully, there is a manual work around for the iOS 17 Grocery List not working issue.
This is how to fix the Grocery List not working in iOS 17:
In your grocery list, press the three-dots options button at the top right of the screen, as highlighted below.
Next, select ‘New Section’ to manually add a section to your list.
With your category added, you can name it and populate it with items underneath.
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