With iOS 18.4, Apple has taken a giant step forward in terms of artificial intelligence within its ecosystem. Under the name Apple Intelligence, the Cupertino company has launched a series of tools that completely transform the way we use our devices. One of those features that has attracted the most attention is the Graphic wand, especially within the Notes app.
This feature has sparked great interest among iPhone and iPad users, due to its ability to Convert sketches and descriptions into fully AI-generated imagesBut how do you actually use this tool? What devices are compatible? What can you do with it? In this article, we explain it in detail.
What exactly is the Graphic Wand?
La Chart Wand is a feature of Apple Intelligence included in the Notes app. Its purpose is to transform hand-drawn sketches—or even simple written descriptions—into images generated by artificial intelligence. It offers different visual styles such as Animation, Illustration and Drawing, which allows you to adapt the result to what you need.
The magic of this tool lies in its ability to interpret contextual content surrounding the selected area. For example, if you surround a sketch of a house with landscapes, the AI can place that element in a mountainous or other appropriate setting, based on the visual or textual cues you've provided. To learn more about these features, check out our article on All the new features of iOS 18.4 and Apple Intelligence.
A powerful advantage is that you don't even need to draw. You can simply write a brief description and let the system do the rest. Creativity is the only limit.
How to use the Graphic Wand on iPhone
Using the Graphic Wand on iPhone is really easy and accessible to anyone, even those without artistic skills. All you need is iOS 18.4 or later, as this feature is built right into the Notes app.
The steps you must follow are the following:
- Open the Notes app on your iPhone with iOS 18.4 or later.
- Create a new note or open an existing one where you want to insert a generated image.
- Play the drawing icon to access the sketching tools.
- Draw freehand anything you can imagine.
- Now select the tool Graphic wand among the available brushes.
- Circle it the drawing you have made.
- Below or next to the drawing, add a short text description that provides context about what you want the AI to represent.
Once you've done this, Apple Intelligence will process the visual and textual information and generate a series of images. You can choose between several visual styles by clicking on the “+” button, which will allow you to further customize the final result and can be useful when using Apple Intelligence on your iPad.
Practical example of using the Graphic Wand
In a series of tests conducted with this tool, it was found to work quite accurately. For example, when drawing green lines in a triangular shape with a house in the center, the AI understood that it was a house between mountains. However, minor confusions were also detected, such as interpreting blue lines as clouds when they actually represented sky. Even so, The results were surprisingly effective taking into account the abstract nature of the drawing.
Differences between iPhone and iPad
Although the Graphic Wand is available on both iPhone and iPad, Using it on iPad can offer a richer experience Thanks to the larger screen and native Apple Pencil support, the extra space makes complex sketches easier and allows for more comfortable and precise interaction.
However, that doesn't mean the iPhone is left behind. Voice recognition and ease of using text commands make it also ideal for generating images on the fly, without the need to draw.
Graphic wand applied directly to the text
In addition to working with drawings, The Graphic Wand can also work directly with textThis faster and more direct option allows you to select a piece of text within a note, tap the graphics wand, and choose "Create Image." Apple Intelligence will automatically generate an illustration based on what the text describes.
This alternative is ideal for those who prefer writing to drawing or simply want a visual support image created from a written document or reflection.
What devices are supported?
Apple has limited access to Apple Intelligence to devices with processors powerful enough to support local AI tasks. This means that not all iPhones or iPads will be able to use the Graph Wand. To check compatible models and for more details about this feature, you can visit our report on .
The list of compatible models includes:
- iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Full iPhone 16 lineup
- iPad Pro with M1, M2, and M4 chips
- iPad Air with M1 and M2 chips
- iPad mini (7th generation)
- Macs with M1, M2, and M3 chips
It's important pointing that Apple Intelligence is available in beta since iOS 18.1, but the Graphic Wand in particular requires at least iOS 18.4.
How to activate Apple Intelligence
To start enjoying all the benefits of Apple Intelligence, including the Graph Wand, You need to have your iPhone or iPad updatedOnce you have it, go to Settings, select "Apple Intelligence & Siri," and activate the feature. It's essential that the language of Siri and your device are synced to one of the supported languages, such as Spanish from Spain or Mexico.
During the setup process, your device will download AI models. Apple recommends Keep it connected to WiFi and the charger to speed up installation..
Magic image: a complementary function
Another tool built into Apple Intelligence that complements the Graphic Wand is “Image Playground" or Magic Image. This allows you to modify previously generated images using descriptions, remove or add elements, and adjust any detail. It works especially well when you want to refine an existing illustration or add new components without starting from scratch.
- To modify an image, select it and access its description.
- You can add a new description, edit the current one, or delete unwanted parts.
This dynamic image editing allows you to create visual content adaptable to multiple contexts, such as presentations, school projects, or even promotional materials.
Other notable features of the Apple Intelligence ecosystem
In addition to the Graphic Wand, Apple Intelligence includes many other useful features with a variety of practical applications:
- Notification summaries: to receive short, relevant excerpts from your alerts.
- Genmoji: generation of personalized emojis based on your text.
- Clean in Photos: to remove unwanted elements from an image.
- Visual intelligence: By pointing the camera you can translate, summarize or listen to text.
- Using ChatGPT through Siri for more elaborate and natural responses.
Each of these features is designed to improve productivity and boost user creativity. Apple has made a strong commitment to this update, and the possibilities are truly endless.
Thanks to the entire Apple Intelligence ecosystem, the Graphic Wand is poised to become one of the most popular tools among designers, students, and creatives who need to quickly and easily turn ideas into images. Whether on paper or directly from the keyboard, this feature brings artificial intelligence seamlessly into everyday life.
