Introduction: In this tutorial, Tony Holowitz demonstrates how to efficiently find a contact using Handheld Contact API and edit their information. By navigating through the contact details and utilizing various features of the application, users can access, update, and manage their contacts seamlessly. This blog post provides a step-by-step guide on locating a specific contact, editing their information, and utilizing speech recognition for a faster and more convenient experience.

1. Finding a Contact:

• Open Handheld Contact API and click on “Contacts” at the bottom of the screen.
• There are two ways to find a contact:
  • Type the contact’s name in the search bar at the top (e.g., “Chuck Smith”).
  • Scroll through the list of contacts manually.

2. Accessing Contact Details:

• Click on the contact’s name (e.g., “Chuck Smith”) to view all contact information.
• Across the top, you’ll find various tabs:
  • “Contact Details”: View and edit the contact’s information.
  • “Activities”: See a list of scheduled activities related to the contact.
  • “Notes”: Access and add notes for the contact.
  • “Histories”: Review past interactions and communications.
  • “Opportunities”: Manage potential opportunities associated with the contact.

3. Editing Contact Information:

• Click on “Contact Details” to access the contact’s information.
• Tap “Edit” to make changes.
• Update fields such as title, position, and other relevant details.
• Click “Done” to save the changes.

4. Scheduling Activities:

• To add a new activity, click on the “+” sign at the bottom right corner.
• Enter details like the activity name (e.g., “Chuck Smith Five”) and set the schedule date and time.
• Utilize speech recognition for faster data entry (optional).

5. Taking Notes and Using Speech Recognition:

• To add notes, tap on the “+” sign and enter the information in the provided box.
• Use speech recognition by clicking on the microphone icon on the keyboard.
• Dictate notes or any other relevant information.

6. Navigating with Alphabetical Tabs:

• On the left-hand top side, use the alphabetical tabs to quickly navigate through the contacts.
• Scroll your finger up and down the letters to find contacts starting with specific initials.

Conclusion: With Handheld Contact API, managing contacts becomes a breeze. Users can easily find specific contacts, edit their information, schedule activities, and add notes with just a few taps and gestures. The application’s speech recognition feature further enhances productivity, making data entry quick and hassle-free. By following Tony Holowitz’s instructions, users can take full advantage of Handheld Contact API’s capabilities and streamline their contact management process.