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How to Add a New Contact - IOS

Learn how to quickly create and save a new contact from the ARTERNAL iOS app, plus tips for adding key details and syncing with SmartMail.

Written by Kalila Richards
December 9, 2025

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Create a New Contact
Add Additional Details

Adding a new contact in the ARTERNAL app is quick and straightforward. This guide walks you through creating a contact from your mobile device so you can update, message, or associate them with artworks on the go.

In the ARTERNAL mobile app, there are several ways to create a new contact. In this article, we’ll cover how to add one directly from the Contacts tab.

You can also create contacts by scanning business cards or adding them through SmartMail.

🎥 Watch the tutorial:

How to Add a New Contact in the Mobile App 📱

Create a New Contact

  1. Open the ARTERNAL app on your iPhone.

  2. Tap Contacts in the bottom navigation bar.

  3. In the top-right corner, tap ➕ New Contact.

  4. Enter the contact’s First Name, Last Name, and any additional details you’d like to include:

    • Email
    • Phone number
    • Address
    • Tags
    • Notes

  5. Tap Create in the top-right corner.

Tip: If you’re creating a contact to use in SmartMail, make sure to include a valid email address so they appear in your recipient list.

Add Additional Details

Once the contact is created, you can tap into their profile to add or edit:

Use the Edit button at the top-right of the contact’s profile any time you need to update their information. You can watch a video tutorial here.

❓ FAQs

Q: Why can’t I see my new contact in SmartMail?

A: SmartMail only displays contacts with a valid email address. Double-check that the contact has an email entered.

Q: Can I add multiple emails or phone numbers?

A: Yes — tap Edit on the contact’s profile and scroll to add additional fields as needed.

Q: Does creating a contact on iOS sync with my desktop account?

A: Absolutely. Any contact created on mobile will appear across your entire ARTERNAL account.