Summary
At its simplest level, the Contacts app can store names and contact information that you can retrieve at any time. With one tap, you can send an email message, make a phone or FaceTime call, or send a text message. If someone gives you their website or social media contact, you can reach that person that way as well.
Besides storing names and contact information, you can also directly contact people from the Contacts app. This saves you time typing an email address or phone number over and over again.
Most importantly, store your own medical information along with emergency contacts. That way, if you're ever in an accident, authorities will be able to contact your loved ones and access your medical history.
Storing names and contact information is important, but often you need this information when you need to call or meet certain people. So, in the next chapter, you'll learn about setting appointments and reminders. That way, you'll never be late or...
