Quick answer
- Set up medicines first.
- Add the widget from the Home Screen.
- Use it as a glanceable routine check.
App Screenshot
Widgets screen
Keep today’s routine visible on the Home Screen so the next dose is easier to notice.
Daily Use
When this matters
This topic matters when a user wants one less thing to remember and a simple way to confirm that care happened.
- Use it when starting a new medication routine.
- Use it when notifications need to be clearer or gentler.
- Use it when you want confidence without opening a complicated tracker.
Examples
Three common scenarios
These examples map the support topic to everyday medication, vitamin, and routine tracking situations.
Example 1
Morning check
Glance at the widget before leaving home.
Example 2
Evening care
Use the widget as a reminder to open Today and mark the dose.
Example 3
Simple routine
Keep only active medicines so the widget stays readable.
Common mistakes
What throws people off
- Adding a widget before any medicine exists.
- Expecting the widget to replace notifications entirely.
- Keeping old test reminders visible.
Related guides
FAQ
Short answers
Can I use PillBeacon for vitamins as well as medicine?
Yes. The app language and setup flow work for vitamins, supplements, birth control, and daily medications.
What if reminders do not appear?
Check iOS notification permission for PillBeacon, then confirm the reminder time inside the app.
Should I include private medical details in support emails?
Only include what is necessary to understand the app issue. Device, iOS version, and a short description are usually enough.