# SimplyKyra
> Indie Apple developer building calm, simple tools for everyday life... apps for reminders, reading, and reMarkable, made without the hustle.
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## Pages
- [About SimplyKyra](https://www.simplykyra.com/about-kyra.md) - I’m Kyra, an indie Apple developer building simple, calming apps for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. This blog began in 2017 as a creative outlet and has since evolved into a mix of app stories, reflections, and legacy posts that still shape my journey today.
- [Recent Posts by Topic](https://www.simplykyra.com/categoryrecent.md) - Here are all my blog posts organized by topic. My main ones (Craftiness, Food & Dessert, Sewing, Science & Sensory Play, and Technology) are shown first followed by the miscellaneous ones. Enjoy!
- [Category Slideshow](https://www.simplykyra.com/categoryslideshow.md) - All the posts are categorized under these five main headings: * Craftiness * Food & Dessert * Sewing * Science & Sensory Play * Technology Here you can click through them in order of publication date.
- [Welcome to my little piece of the internet!](https://www.simplykyra.com/homeblog.md) - I’m Kyra, an indie Apple developer that loves simplifying processes and sharing it with you either through blog posts or with apps. 👉 Explore My Apps This blog started in 2017 with everyday tips, crafts, and family life. Those posts are still here, but today you’ll mostly find behind-the-scenes ap…
- [Simply Command It! Mobile App Privacy Policy](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-command-it-privacy-policy.md) - Last modified: June 3rd, 2026 Introduction SimplyKyra LLC ("Company" or "We") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This policy describes: * The types of information we may collect or that you may provide when you purchase, download, instal…
- [Simply Command It! Terms of Use Agreement](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-command-it-terms-and-conditions.md) - This Terms of Use Agreement ("Agreement") is a binding agreement between you ("End User" or "you") and SimplyKyra LLC ("Company"). This Agreement governs your use of the Simply Command It App (including all related documentation, the "Application"). The Application is licensed, not sold, to you. BY…
- [Simply Command It!](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-command-it.md) - Simplify the repetitive task of executing a command to an http endpoint with easily press-able buttons from your watch or phone! Paused for now. Let me know if there's interest!
- [Simply Customize It! Mobile App Privacy Policy](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-customize-it-privacy-policy.md) - Last modified: June 3rd, 2026 Introduction SimplyKyra LLC ("Company" or "We") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This policy describes: * The types of information we may collect or that you may provide when you purchase, download, instal…
- [Simply Customize It! Terms of Use Agreement](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-customize-it-terms-and-conditions.md) - This Terms of Use Agreement ("Agreement") is a binding agreement between you ("End User" or "you") and SimplyKyra LLC ("Company"). This Agreement governs your use of the Simply Customize It App (including all related documentation, the "Application"). The Application is licensed, not sold, to you.…
- [Simply Customize It!](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-customize-it.md) - Easily personalize your reMarkable with custom templates and screens. No tech fuss, just your style.
- [Simply Match It! Mobile App Privacy Policy](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-match-it-privacy-policy.md) - Last modified: June 3rd, 2026 Introduction SimplyKyra LLC ("Company" or "We") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This policy describes: * The types of information we may collect or that you may provide when you purchase, download, instal…
- [Simply Match It! Terms of Use Agreement](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-match-it-terms-and-conditions.md) - This Terms of Use Agreement ("Agreement") is a binding agreement between you ("End User" or "you") and SimplyKyra LLC ("Company"). This Agreement governs your use of the Simply Match It App (including all related documentation, the "Application"). The Application is licensed, not sold, to you. BY I…
- [Simply Match It!](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-match-it.md) - Race to find matching cards before your friends. Fast to learn, endlessly re-playable.
- [Simply Minesweeper! Mobile App Privacy Policy](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-minesweeper-privacy-policy.md) - Last modified: February 4th, 2025 Rebranded. Please see updated policy at: Simply Uncover It! Mobile App Privacy PolicyCreated under Minesweeper on: February 4th, 2025 Last Modified: March 6th, 2025 Introduction SimplyKyra LLC (“Company” or “We”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting…
- [Simply Minesweeper! Terms of Use Agreement](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-minesweeper-terms-and-conditions.md) - Rebranded. Please see updated policy at: Simply Uncover It! Terms of Use AgreementThis Terms of Use Agreement (“Agreement”) is a binding agreement between you (“End User” or “you”) and SimplyKyra LLC (“Company”). This Agreement governs your use of the Simply Uncover It App (including all related do…
- [Simply Minesweeper!](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-minesweeper.md) - Love logic puzzles or curious to try this classic challenge? Play for free on a 9x9 board—no ads! Want more? Customize board size, mines, and colors with a subscription!
- [Simply Uncover It! Mobile App Privacy Policy](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-uncover-it-privacy-policy.md) - Last modified: June 3rd, 2026 Introduction SimplyKyra LLC ("Company" or "We") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This policy describes: * The types of information we may collect or that you may provide when you purchase, download, instal…
- [Simply Uncover It! Terms of Use Agreement](https://www.simplykyra.com/simply-uncover-it-terms-and-conditions.md) - This Terms of Use Agreement ("Agreement") is a binding agreement between you ("End User" or "you") and SimplyKyra LLC ("Company"). This Agreement governs your use of the Simply Uncover It App (including all related documentation, the "Application"). The Application is licensed, not sold, to you. BY…
- [Hi, I’m Kyra.](https://www.simplykyra.com/social-links.md) - Page listing all the recent posts and my social media related links.
- [Topic Tagcloud](https://www.simplykyra.com/tagcloud.md) - Browse the topics on my website via a tag cloud.

## Posts
- [Simply TBR 1.1.5: Small Fixes, Better Bones](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-tbr-1-1-5.md) - What started as a subscription fix turned into a wider pass through imports, NetGalley, and a few small layout things along the way.
- [Simply Match It 1.1.3: A Simple One](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-match-it-1-1-3.md) - A simple update that affects how subscription status is detected, including grace periods and downgrades, along with a few small layout improvements.
- [Simply Remember It 2.2.7: Catching Up on Sharing](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-2-7.md) - What started with a small widget annoyance quickly turned into a deeper look at sharing along with a few other things that needed tidying up along the way.
- [Simply Customize It 1.4.3: Tracing a Crash](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-4-3.md) - Someone emailed about a crash that hit every time they tried uploading a custom sleep screen... which turned out to be the reason for this update, plus a handful of other fixes along the way.
- [Simply Uncover It 1.1.2: A Softer Landing](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-uncover-it-1-1-2-a-softer-landing.md) - A safety net, a cap, and a warning... minor issues all fixed.
- [Simply Remember It 2.2.6: Continuing the Tasks](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-2-6.md) - Fixed a bug where some widgets would fail to load their categories, which could cause the widget to stop loading tasks or show 'Task Not Found' when tapped.
- [CloudKit Syncing Working in Development But Not Production? Here's What to Check](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/cloudkit-syncing-working-in-development-but-not-production-heres-what-to-check.md) - CloudKit sync works fine in Development but breaks in Production? It's not a code bug... it's a schema deployment step nobody warns you about. Here's the fix, no app update required.
- [Simply Match It 1.1.2: Catching the Issues](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-match-it-1-1-2-catching-the-issues.md) - A soft landing and a myriad of minor updates.
- [Simply Remember It 2.2.5: Getting the Tasks](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-2-5.md) - This is a patch that started with a new widget showing up empty but included a catch for a crash.
- [Simply TBR 1.1.4: Catching a Crash](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-tbr-1-1-4.md) - Started with another app crashing... now I added a catch here too.
- [A Heads Up Before Your Next Simply Customize It Update](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/a-heads-up-before-your-next-simply-customize-it-update.md) - Your templates and screens live on your reMarkable, not just in the app... which matters if you ever hit this bug. Here's what happened, and what to do before your next update.
- [Simply Customize It 1.4.2: A Quick Fix](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-4-2.md) - A quick patch fixing an issue that caused the app to fail to open for some users, tracked down thanks to error reporting added in the last update.
- [Simply Customize It 1.4.1: A Crash Report Comes In](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-4-1.md) - An email about a crash led me down a rabbit hole this week... a data container issue, a syncing fix I didn't know I needed, and some old code still looking for a feature that never made it to the database. Here's what changed and why.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: July 2026](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-july-2026.md) - A cozy once-a-month roundup of what's new with SimplyKyra... this issue looks back at July: juggling summer break for the kids, quietly releasing app updates across three apps, a new kind of video content for Simply TBR, and a nature-filled walk around Capitol Lake during Lakefair.
- [Simply Remember It 2.2.4: Counting the Days Between](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-2-4.md) - This update came from a very specific problem: an orthodontist expander on a twice a week schedule and me counting backward every time. Now the app counts for me.
- [Simply Customize It 1.4.0: One Button Recovery Is Here](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-4-0.md) - 1.4.0 finally makes 'one button recovery' true: set it up once per device and let it clean up, sync, and restore everything reMarkable's updates undo.
- [Simply TBR 1.1.3: Still Within Reach](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-tbr-1-1-3-still-within-reach.md) - A patch born from actually using the app: Exit Ceremony links that stay tappable, Author Watch that finally shares your NetGalley login, and genre filtering that's easier to search and select.
- [Simply Customize It 1.3.0: Easier to Keep Tidy](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-3-0.md) - A pile of my own templates finally pushed me to add multi-select delete and better browse info, and along the way I fixed a handful of other things worth sharing, including a smoother way to trust your reMarkable when it updates.
- [Simply TBR 1.1.2: Reaching the Right Network](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-tbr-1-1-2.md) - A Humble Bundle purchase led to testing OPDS import, which led to fixing a demo-link mix-up and adding local network permission, plus a speed boost for NetGalley Author Watch.
- [Life Snapshot: I Finally Saw My Whole Reading Pile](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/life-snapshot-i-finally-saw-my-whole-reading-pile.md) - I knew my reading pile was big. I didn't know it was 644 books across six apps until I finally saw them all in one place. Turns out it felt less like dread and more like relief.
- [Simply Remember It 2.2.3: Small Fixes, Bigger Foundation](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-2-3.md) - Small but passing on some fixes sooner rather than later.
- [Simply TBR 1.1.1: Seeing It for the First Time](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-tbr-1-1-1-seeing-it-for-the-first-time.md) - A proper welcome flow for new installs, book covers that follow your accent color, a tidier Settings menu, and a fix for a false "confirm changes" prompt.
- [Simply TBR 1.1.0: More Ways In, More Ways Out](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-tbr-1-1-0-more-ways-in-more-ways-out.md) - This update grew out of one reader's question about importing their self-hosted library. It adds OPDS and Hardcover as Connected sources, StoryGraph and Hardcover as free places to log finished books, and steadier NetGalley and Libby imports along the way.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: June 2026](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-june-2026.md) - A new app launched, the rest of the ecosystem got some quiet attention, and somewhere in the middle of it all there was a circus. June, somehow, zipped by.
- [Simply Customize It 1.2.0: From Reading to Writing](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-2-0.md) - Working on Simply TBR left me thinking about what Simply Customize It was missing and the answer turned out to be saved defaults. This update brings that over along with a subscription fix and a handful of smaller improvements.
- [Simply TBR 1.0.0: Read Your Way Out](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-tbr-1-0-0-read-your-way-out.md) - I found out I'd missed book two of a series I love... then discovered I already owned it. It had been sitting unread for months. So I built an app to make the pile visible.
- [Life Snapshot: When Books Became Too Unruly](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/life-snapshot-when-books-became-too-unruly.md) - I used to be a physical-book person who didn't understand ebooks at all. Then I had two kids and reading had to change shape to survive.
- [Simply TBR: Version History](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-tbr-changelog.md) - A chronological list of all Simply TBR updates with short summaries.
- [Simply TBR! FAQs](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-tbr-faqs.md) - Curious about Simply TBR? Want to stay updated on new features? Or just looking to learn more? Click here for all the details!
- [Simply Customize It 1.1.1: Answering an Email](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-1-1-answering-an-email-2.md) - An email from a new user led me to a crash that was quietly affecting everyone... along with some minor fixes.
- [Simply Remember It 2.2.2: The Quiet Fixes](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-2-2-the-quiet-fixes.md) - What started as an accessibility audit checklist item turned into a deeper look at the whole codebase. Formal accessibility support is now listed on the App Store product page plus a handful of fixes that came along for the ride.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: May 2026](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-may-2026.md) - A May spent noticing small things: a two-year app anniversary, a robin outside the window, and the four modes of Simply Remember It finally getting their own spotlight.
- [Two Years on the App Store: Where Simply Customize It Started](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/two-years-on-the-app-store-where-simply-customize-it-started.md) - A shared photo album I'd completely forgotten surfaced several photos of Simply Customize It from 2021 and 2022... two to three years before the app ever went live. Here's what building it actually looked like at the start.
- [Life Snapshot: Pick Your Own Ramen Night](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/life-snapshot-pick-your-own-ramen-night.md) - Want a simple meal... we've started ramen night. Minimal dishes, everyone's happy, and you can customize it as you please!
- [Thomas Dambo's PNW Trolls: Five in Two Years with Revisits](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/thomas-dambos-pnw-trolls.md) - Two years, five trolls, multiple ferries, one very long parking situation during cherry blossom season, and one troll I almost walked right past. Here's how I collected all the Thomas Dambo trolls in the PNW.
- [Simply Customize It 1.1.0: Following the Thread](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-1-0.md) - This started as an accessibility audit and turned into something bigger. Onboarding is shorter, browse views have new image toggles, accent colors behave everywhere, and the reMarkable Paper Pure is now on the device list.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: April 2026](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-april-2026.md) - April was a full one: spring break, a first Moms in Tech presentation, five blog posts, updates for three apps, and a robin who claimed our eaves for the season.
- [Life Snapshot: Zoey's Contacts](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/life-snapshot-zoeys-contacts.md) - My youngest has to wear contacts six days a week so her myopia doesn't get worse. Getting consistent took a while... until I started tracking it in my own app without really planning to. This is what that looked like.
- [Simply Match It 1.1.1: A Better Welcome](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-match-it-1-1-1.md) - This update brings proper onboarding, a sample board for new players, VoiceOver accessibility fixes, and a handful of polish updates that make Simply Match It feel more complete.
- [Simply Uncover It 1.1.1: Built for Everyone](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-uncover-it-1-1-1.md) - What started with an accessibility audit turned into a more complete pass than I expected. I already had dark mode toggle-able but now we have VoiceOver and reduced motion.
- [Demystifying Apple Development: What It Actually Takes to Ship an App](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/demystifying-apple-development.md) - There are a lot of tutorials out there. What's harder is finding someone to show you what happens after that... the configuration, signing, permissions, and the part where you try to upload your first build and have absolutely no idea where it goes or why it's mad at you. That's what this is.
- [Life Snapshot: The Post-It That Actually Helped](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/life-snapshot-the-post-it-that-actually-helped.md) - A Monday hangry spiral, a mug warmer, and a sticky note. Sometimes the smallest thing is the thing that actually works.
- [Consistency Over Perfection: Fitness Spin](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/consistency-over-perfection-fitness-spin.md) - A month ago I came across one of those exercise videos showing an epic move followed by everything you needed to do first... and thought, what if I showed the consistency it took instead. So here's a decade of showing up! Not perfectly. Not every day. Just... returning to it.
- [Simply Remember It 2.2.1: Understandable Sharing](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-2-1-understandable-sharing.md) - 2.2.1 came from something real: testing sharing with my own family and seeing exactly what needed fixing. This patch includes ability to rename people, widget filtering, incoming task defaults, and a few quieter things that are just better now.
- [Building Rocky from Project Hail Mary (And Why I Couldn't Not)](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/project-hail-mary-rocky-moc.md) - I hadn't planned to blog this. But then I found a LEGO MOC that turns the Creator Cute Bunny set into Rocky from Project Hail Mary... and now Rocky lives on my desk and is my rubber duck for debugging sessions. No regrets.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: March 2026](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-march-2026.md) - March had a lot of quiet-until-it-wasn't energy: frost and blooms, a long-awaited movie, and somehow four app updates shipped in one stretch.
- [Simply Uncover It: Something New to Share](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-uncover-it-something-new-to-share.md) - What started as a code audit turned into a round of quiet fixes... plus a new way to share your results when you finish a game.
- [Simply Remember It 2.2.0: A Better First Hello](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-2-0.md) - Instead of explaining what Simply Remember It does, the new onboarding shows you what it can do for you. That's a small shift that changes everything.
- [Simply Customize It 1.0.25: The Fix That Needed Fixing](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-0-25.md) - Thanks to an email I realized my previous audit quietly broke both upload and download for single screens. That's now fixed in 1.0.25 along with a handful of small polish improvements.
- [Simply Match It: Smoother, Sharper, and Now It Can Brag For You](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-match-it-smoother-sharper-and-now-it-can-brag-for-you.md) - A code audit turned into a quiet round of polish and one small feature I almost didn't add but I'm most glad I did.
- [Simply Uncover It: Version History](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-uncover-it-version-history.md) - A chronological list of all Simply Uncover It updates with short summaries.
- [Simply Match It: Version History](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-match-it-version-history.md) - A chronological list of all Simply Match It updates with short summaries.
- [How I'm Actually Using AI as a Solo Developer (Still Figuring It Out)](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/how-im-actually-using-ai-as-a-solo-developer-still-figuring-it-out.md) - The conversation about AI feels very loud in both directions. My experience has been... quieter than that. Here's what it's actually looked like for me.
- [Simply Customize It 1.0.24: A Quiet One](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-0-24.md) - A quiet maintenance release... internal code cleanup and a crash fix for macOS and iPad sidebar navigation.
- [Simply Remember It 2.1.0: Remember It... Together](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-1-0-remember-it-together.md) - The biggest update since 2.0... and the one I've been quietly building toward.
- [Simply Customize It 1.0.23: Image Orientation Fix](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-0-23-image-orientation-fix.md) - A PNG image can look perfectly upright on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad... and still appear sideways on your reMarkable. This update fixes that, quietly and automatically, the moment you import the file.
- [Friction Mapping: A Kinder Way to Understand Why Things Feel Hard](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/friction-mapping-a-kinder-way-to-understand-why-things-feel-hard.md) - When everyday things feel harder than they should, it’s easy to assume we’re failing. But sometimes what looks like inconsistency is really just life pushing back. This is about noticing that difference.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: February 2026](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-february-2026.md) - A deeper February: quiet refinements, a meaningful blog post, and steady ecosystem growth.
- [Simply Remember It 2.0.3: Task Creation, Smoothed Out](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-0-3-task-creation-smoothed-out.md) - Simply Remember It 2.0.3 focuses on reducing small friction points I've noticed recently including making the task creating simpler.
- [Working With Myopia Management: What We’ve Learned So Far](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/myopia-management.md) - When my youngest started wearing contacts for myopia management, I quickly realized the hardest part wasn’t the prescription it was building a routine that worked in real life. This post shares what helped us, what we learned, and the small tricks that made mornings calmer.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: January 2026](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-january-2026.md) - A cozy once-a-month roundup of what’s new with SimplyKyra. This issue looks back at January: quieter rhythms, glanceable support through widgets, thoughtful writing on habits and tracking, and a calm approach to preparedness.
- [A Calm Guide to iPhone Shortcuts for Preparedness](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/a-calm-non-technical-guide-to-using-iphone-shortcuts-and-built-in-tools-for-preparedness-learn-what-works-reliably-what-can-fail-and-how-to-set-things-up-ahead-of-time-without-panic-or.md) - A calm, non-technical guide to using iPhone Shortcuts and built-in tools for preparedness. Learn what works reliably, what can fail, and how to set things up ahead of time without panic or extra apps.
- [Gentle Habit Support: How Habits Actually Take Root](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/gentle-habit-support-how-habits-actually-take-root.md) - Gentle Habit Support is a low-pressure way to build habits without guilt, streaks, or long-term tracking... and stop when support is no longer needed.
- [Simply Remember It 2.0.2: Small Fixes That Help Things Stay Put](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-0-2-small-fixes-that-help-things-stay-put.md) - Simply Remember It 2.0.2 focuses on reliability, with smoother group logging, more predictable due dates, and steadier chart views.
- [Things I Track That Don’t Belong on a To-Do List](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/things-i-track-that-dont-belong-on-a-to-do-list.md) - Not everything in life belongs on a to-do list. Memory Parking Lot is a calm way to track what matters without habits, pressure, or constant reminders.
- [Simply Customize It 1.0.22: Small Stability Fix](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-0-22-small-stability-fix.md) - This is a very small update, but an important one if you’re using templates with the newer .template attachment and have run into issues deleting them.
- [Simply Remember It 2.0.1: A Small, Calmer Update](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-0-1-a-small-calmer-update.md) - As I keep using Simply Remember It day to day, I notice small places where things can feel lighter. This update removes a few of those moments. Nothing new to learn, just less getting in the way.
- [Simply Remember It 2.0: Quicker Access, Gentler Check-Ins](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-2-0-quicker-access-gentler-check-ins.md) - Simply Remember It 2.0 introduces widgets, quicker access, and gentler check-ins making it easier to see what’s due, notice patterns, and move on.
- [Why I Stopped Setting Resolutions and Started Doing Check-Ins](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/why-i-stopped-setting-resolutions-and-started-doing-check-ins.md) - I didn’t need a better resolution. I needed a gentler way of staying connected to my life as it is. This is how I stopped tracking performance and started checking in instead.
- [My Favorite Books From My 2025 Reads](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/my-favorite-books-from-my-2025-reads.md) - A gentle roundup of the books that stayed with me in 2025... categorized, spoiler-free, and shared honestly. A quieter reading year, but still full of stories worth remembering.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: December 2025](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-december-2025-2.md) - A cozy once-a-month roundup of what’s new with SimplyKyra. This December edition closes out 2025 with reflections, a major Simply Remember It update, and a few quiet reMarkable moments.
- [How to Upload Custom Templates to Your reMarkable: 2025 Update](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/how-to-upload-custom-templates-to-your-remarkable-2025-update.md) - If you’ve ever wanted to add your own planner pages, custom layouts, or handwritten-style designs as templates on your reMarkable, this post walks you through how.
- [Exploring the reMarkable Sleep Screen Overlay (and How to Tinker with It Yourself!)](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/exploring-the-remarkable-sleep-screen-overlay-and-how-to-tinker-with-it-yourself.md) - A quiet change in reMarkable OS 3.25 added a rotating illustration overlay to the sleep screen on Paper Pro devices. I went digging to see how it works, how to turn it off, and what happens if you start poking around yourself.
- [Simply Customize It 1.0.21: Small Fix for Sleep Screen Overlay Button](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-0-21-small-fix-for-sleep-screen-overlay-toggle.md) - Version 1.0.21 is a small patch that improves the reliability of the Disable Overlay button introduced in the last update. The app now ensures the reMarkable filesystem is writable before applying the change, making the toggle work consistently without requiring any extra steps.
- [Simply Customize It 1.0.20: Turn Off The Rotating Sleep Screen Overlay](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-0-20-turn-off-the-rotating-sleep-screen-overlay.md) - A new update to Simply Customize It adds a safe way to disable the rotating sleep screen overlay introduced in reMarkable OS 3.25 beta. This post explains what changed, how the new tools work, and includes a quick note on pricing going forward.
- [reMarkable OS 3.25 Beta: A Quick Heads Up About Sleep Screen Behavior](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/remarkable-os-3-25-beta-a-quick-heads-up-about-sleep-screen-behavior.md) - A quick heads up for reMarkable beta users about a change in sleep screen behavior observed on Paper Pro devices in OS 3.25 beta.
- [Calm Tools & Things I Actually Use](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/calm-tools-things-i-actually-use.md) - A small collection of tools and everyday things that have genuinely supported me.... shared as they are, without pressure.
- [One Tiny Stand Goal. One Mini Spiral.](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/one-tiny-stand-goal-one-mini-spiral.md) - A stand goal. A phone swap. A spontaneous upside-down workout. This quiet, ridiculous moment reminded me why I build calm tools... and it might just make you smile too.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: November 2025](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-november-2025.md) - A cozy monthly recap from SimplyKyra, blending quiet progress, mindset shifts, and renewed excitement for what’s ahead. This issue covers a foundational update to Simply Remember It, two reflective blog posts on resilience, and a photo-filled trail guide that’s been a year in the making.
- [The Month I Lost My Data… and Found My Spark Again](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/the-month-i-lost-my-data-and-found-my-spark-again.md) - A behind-the-scenes look at a real indie dev moment: losing my data, fixing the data migration, and rediscovering why I built Simply Remember It.
- [Simply Remember It: Preparing for Widgets (and Keeping Your Data Safe!)](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-1-0-4.md) - A small behind-the-scenes update that prepares Simply Remember It for the new widgets arriving in January. Your data is now stored in a safer, shared location so everything stays quick, reliable, and in sync across devices.
- [Simply Remember It: Version History](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-version-history.md) - A chronological list of all Simply Remember It updates with short summaries.
- [Silver Peak Trail Near Snoqualmie Pass](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/silver-peak-trail-near-snoqualmie-pass.md) - A scenic photo guide to Silver Peak Trail near Snoqualmie Pass with tips on road conditions, parking passes, trail turn-offs, and epic views from the talus field!
- [When the Fix Isn’t in the Code](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/when-the-fix-isnt-in-the-code.md) - When you’re stuck (whether in code, creativity, or life) the fix isn’t always about pushing harder. Sometimes it’s about stepping sideways and seeing it differently.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: October 2025](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-october-2025.md) - This month looks back at October: Halloween creativity, reMarkable updates, and progress on new features in Simply Remember It.
- [Simply Customize It 1.0.19: Why the Upload Button Just Got Smarter](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-0-19-why-the-upload-button-just-got-smarter.md) - Ever lost your built-in reMarkable templates after uploading? This update fixes that. Simply Customize It 1.0.19 protects your templates with a new upload safeguard and polished alerts that make every action clearer.
- [Simply Customize It: Version History](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-changelog.md) - A chronological list of all Simply Customize It updates with short summaries.
- [Simply Customize It 1.0.18: Updated Template Dimensions for reMarkable Move Support](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-0-18-updated-template-dimensions-for-remarkable-move-support.md) - Thanks to some feedback I found templates rendered slightly differently on the reMarkable Move. With this update Simply Customize It now resizes to 814 × 1454 pixels so templates display correctly on the Move.
- [When You Overthink the Witchy Coffee Meetup](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/when-you-overthink-the-witchy-coffee-meetup.md) - How a simple “witchy-themed coffee meetup” turned into World Wide Web hair, a sparkly spider prototype, and an accidental deep dive into my inner tech witch.
- [Our 2024 Halloween Costumes](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/our-2024-halloween-costumes.md) - From thrift store treasures to handmade accessories both our Lion Princess and Demon Werewolf Cat Princess costumes grew piece by piece... proving that the best Halloween costumes evolve as kids do.
- [Halloween Costume Roundup](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/halloween-costume-roundup.md) - A full roundup of DIY, handmade, and store-bought Halloween costumes from over the years... from sewing-heavy creations to simple store-assembled looks all built around creativity and fun.
- [Simply Customize It 1.0.17: Smoother Navigation and macOS Improvements](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-1-0-17-smoother-navigation-and-macos-improvements.md) - Simply Customize It 1.0.17 improves navigation reliability across devices, fixes blank image previews on macOS, and updates reMarkable picker labels for better clarity on smaller screens. This release also includes onboarding refinements, layout polish, and minor stability improvements.
- [Becoming Ada: My DIY Ada Lovelace Costume for an Iconic Night](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/becoming-ada-my-diy-ada-lovelace-costume-for-an-iconic-night.md) - For an iconic-themed event, I chose Ada Lovelace: mathematician, visionary, and often called the first computer programmer. With bun makers, scarves, old socks, and plenty of hairspray, I pieced together a DIY costume that paid tribute to her spirit.
- [SimplyKyra Monthly Overview: September 2025](https://www.simplykyra.com/newsletter/simplykyra-monthly-overview-september-2025.md) - This first issue looks back at September: new features, updates, and a peek at what’s coming next.
- [Simply Uncover It Update: A Quiet Fix for Peace of Mind](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-uncover-it-update-a-quiet-fix-for-peace-of-mind.md) - A quiet update for Simply Uncover It... removing a potential bug and giving you more control in settings. No big changes, just a little polish and peace of mind.
- [Simply Match It Update: Curved Corners and Calm Confidence](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-match-it-update-curved-corners-and-calm-confidence.md) - Curved corners, smarter settings, and one determined kid trying to crash the game (she didn’t).
- [Simply Remember It Update: Smarter Streaks, More Grace](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-update-smarter-streaks-more-grace.md) - Today’s update focuses on keeping Simply Remember It rock-solid while making streaks feel more realistic for weekly, monthly, and even yearly habits.
- [Big Update: Support for rmPP Move, Editable Templates, and Asset Downloads](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/big-update-support-for-rmpp-move-editable-templates-and-asset-downloads.md) - This update to Simply Customize It brings full support for .template files (edit, upload, and validate), new reMarkable Paper Pro Move compatibility, easier asset downloads (PNG, SVG, and template), plus key bug fixes... giving you more control and flexibility than ever.
- [Comparing All Three reMarkable Devices: Size, Sync, and Surprises](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/comparing-all-three-remarkable-devices-size-sync-and-surprises.md) - My reMarkable Paper Pro Move just arrived and couldn’t resist running the same comparison test I did last year. Here’s how it stacks up against the reMarkable 2 and Paper Pro when it comes to size, syncing, magnification, and everyday use.
- [Simply Customize It: Rename Fix and Clearer File Info](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-rename-fix-and-clearer-file-info.md) - A small but important update! This release fixes a bug that prevented the "Update Name on Device" button from working when editing templates. It also introduces a new display that shows the name and filename used on your reMarkable so you can better understand how templates are stored and synced.
- [Restoring My Custom reMarkable Setup After an Update](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/restoring-my-custom-remarkable-setup-after-an-update.md) - Both my reMarkables recently updated which meant my custom sleep screen and templates were wiped. Thankfully, restoring everything with my app Simply Customize It took just a few steps and felt surprisingly calm. Here’s exactly what I did, plus a full walkthrough video so you can follow along.
- [Simply Customize It Update: Paper Pro Move Support](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-update-paper-pro-move-support.md) - Simply Customize It will support the new Paper Pro Move. Testing begins as soon as my device arrives so you can keep customizing... no SSH required.
- [My Artwork Overview](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/my-artwork-overview.md) - A look back at the artwork I’ve created over the years from high school projects and mixed media canvases to sewing, crafts, and custom gifts. While my focus today is indie app development, I’ve kept this collection here as part of my creative journey.
- [Why I Build: From Personal Projects to Purposeful Apps](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/why-i-build.md) - Over the years, this space has shifted from tutorials and personal reflections to something more focused: building thoughtful, privacy-respecting apps under SimplyKyra LLC. I’m not just sharing ideas anymore... I’m designing calm, useful tools for real life. Here’s why.
- [Start Here: My Favorite Posts to Explore, Create, and Simplify](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/start-here.md) - New here? This is your curated guide to SimplyKyra... whether you’re looking for DIY creativity, calm tech tips, real-life parenting hacks, or apps to make life simpler, it all starts here.
- [How to Safely Display Your App Icon In-App (iOS & macOS, pre-26 and 26)](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/how-to-safely-display-your-app-icon-in-app-ios-macos-pre-26-and-26.md) - A SwiftUI guide to displaying your app icon safely across iOS & macOS, including a simple backup asset fix for iOS 26 crashes.
- [From One Small Bug to an Update Everywhere](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/from-one-small-bug-to-an-update-everywhere.md) - Sometimes the smallest bugs can ripple into the biggest updates. After discovering a crash in Simply Remember It on the iOS 26 beta I fixed it quickly and although un-replicable on other apps chose to update all my other Simply apps with the same protection.
- [Simply Remember It: Update with Smarter Charting for Clearer History](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-update-with-smarter-charting-for-clearer-history.md) - Forget less, stress less. The latest Simply Remember It update adds yes/no tracking and smarter charting so you can focus on life while still keeping a clear view of your progress.
- [Simply Customize It: Updated Backend for Edit Forms and Onboarding Refresh](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-updated-backend-for-edit-forms-and-onboarding-refresh.md) - Smoother edits, clearer onboarding, and up-to-date reMarkable guidance. See what’s new in Simply Customize It.
- [It’s Live! Simply Remember It Is Now in the App Store!](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/its-live-simply-remember-it-is-now-in-the-app-store.md) - Track what matters without the mental math
- [Simply Customize It: Smoother WLAN Connections for reMarkable 2](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-smoother-wlan-connections-for-remarkable-2.md) - WLAN turned off in reMarkable 2 with the 3.22 beta? This update adds an alternate host field, a smart toggle to switch between host addresses, and makes the WLAN button available for all devices.
- [WLAN Disabled in reMarkable2 3.22 Beta? Here’s the Fix!](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/wlan-disabled-in-remarkable2-3-22-beta-heres-the-fix.md) - WLAN was silently disabled in the latest reMarkable 2 beta. I’ve got a fix, a video walkthrough, and an easier update on the way.
- [Removing Stains from My reMarkable Folio: What Actually Worked](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/removing-stains-from-my-remarkable-folio-what-actually-worked.md) - Have you ever noticed a mark on your reMarkable folio and worried how to clean it? Me too! Here's what happened and how I fixed it!
- [Simply Remember It! FAQs](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-remember-it-faqs.md) - Curious about Simply Remember It? Want to stay updated on new features? Or just looking to learn more? Click here for all the details!
- [Uncover It Update: Pause Button and First-Time Guide](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/uncover-it-update-pause-button-and-first-time-guide.md) - Simple update that adds a pause button and adds a simple first time guide.
- [Match It Update: Small Fix, Big Difference](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/match-it-update-small-fix-big-difference.md) - Simple update that increases the menu button size and adds a simple first time guide.
- [My Go-To DIY Nightgown After 18+ Makes... and How You Can Make It Too!](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/returning-to-our-ultimate-nightgown.md) - I've wanted to update our favorite nightgown dress pattern for awhile now and the time is now! To make it I combined an elasticized woven top pattern with a six paneled skirt so if you already have similar patterns you can jump right in!
- [Sketching, Composing, and… Failing? My App Icon Experience with Apple’s New Tool Icon Composer](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/sketching-composing-and-failing-my-app-icon-experience-with-apples-new-tool-icon-composer.md) - Tried Apple’s new Icon Composer? I gave it a shot... loved the idea, but hit some snags. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and what’s next.
- [Simply Customize It Update: Photo Library Bug Fixed and Mac Catalyst Can Browse Photos Too!](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-update-photo-library-bug-fixed-and-mac-catalyst-can-browse-photos-too.md) - A critical bug is now fixed! When selecting an image from your Photo Library the app will no longer get stuck in a loop caused by the Apple permissions alert. And as a bonus Photo Library support now works on Mac Catalyst too.
- [How I Handle External Links in My iOS App with a Built-In Copy Option](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/how-i-handle-external-links-in-my-ios-app-with-a-built-in-copy-option.md) - Ever tapped an email link and had it open in the wrong app.... or wished you could simply copy it instead? Here's how I made a SwiftUI view that gives users the power to open or copy any external link, whether it's a website or a mailto URL. Works in both iOS and macOS.
- [How a Sleep Screen Sparked an App: The Story Behind Simply Customize It](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/how-a-sleep-screen-sparked-an-app-the-story-behind-simply-customize-it.md) - What started as a curiosity about changing my reMarkable’s sleep screen led to a rabbit hole of templates, blog posts, bash scripts, and eventually a full app. Here’s how Simply Customize It came to be... and why I’m still building it today.
- [Announcing Simply Match It!](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/announcing-simply-match-it.md) - Announcing a new app! Love fast-paced games or matching challenges? Try Simply Match It! Play for free with two players and no ads! Want more? Go premium to unlock extra players, bigger boards, and fun emoji themes!
- [Simply Match It! FAQs](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-match-it-faqs.md) - Curious about Simply Match It? Want to stay updated on new features? Or just looking to learn more? Click here for all the details!
- [Lost Earring Down the Sink? Here’s How to Get It Back in Minutes](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/lost-earring-down-the-sink-heres-how-to-get-it-back-in-minutes.md) - A while back I dropped an earring down my bathroom sink drain when I was in a rush. Days later I retrieved it safe and sound and I wanted to share in case my experience can also help you too.
- [Simply Customize It Update: Smart Clean Up and 3.19 Support](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-update-smart-clean-up-and-3-19-support.md) - Support for reMarkable 3.19 is here! This update adds a Clean Up tool to help manage storage and introduces new filters to organize your templates more easily.
- [PNG-Only Templates May Appear Blank in reMarkable 3.19 Beta (But There’s a Workaround!)](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/heads-up-png-only-templates-no-longer-work-in-remarkable-3-19-beta.md) - In the 3.19 beta, templates with only a PNG file no longer display properly. I’ve outlined what I found on both the reMarkable 2 and Paper Pro... plus how to pause updates if you rely on PNG-only templates. Join the conversation and stay informed.
- [Pilates, Scenic Walks, and a Supportive Community: Aya Pilates](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/aya-pilates.md) - When my family moved, one of the hardest goodbyes was to the Pilates studio I’d come to love. In this post, I share what made Aya special from class types to community. Whether you’re new to Pilates, local to Washington, or just curious, I hope this helps you feel at home too.
- [A Cozy Repair: Mending My Soul Seat with Wool Roving](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/a-cozy-repair-mending-my-soul-seat-with-wool-roving.md) - After years of daily use my wool-upholstered Soul Seat started showing wear. Rather than replacing it or hiding it with a slipcover I instead found a simple and creative way to repair it using wool roving and needle felting. Here’s how it went... and what I learned along the way!
- [Ada's 10th Birthday Party](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/ada-10th-birthday-party.md) - This last year Ada chose a space theme for her 10th party and I figured I'd share how we pulled it off. Come check it out!
- [Simply Customize It Update: New Tools to Manage Template Storage](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-update-new-tools-to-manage-template-storage.md) - Running Out of Space? This update lets you check your reMarkable’s available storage and easily free up space by removing duplicates or moving images to alternate storage. Plus, enjoy clearer error messages and a refined macOS help menu for a smoother experience!
- [Reintroducing Simply Uncover It! (Previously Simply Minesweeper)](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/reintroducing-simply-uncover-it.md) - We’ve rebranded! Simply Minesweeper is now Simply Uncover It to better reflect the gameplay while keeping the same smooth, ad-free experience you love.
- [Simply Uncover It! FAQs](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-uncover-it-faqs.md) - Curious about Simply Uncover It? Want to stay updated on new features? Or just looking to learn more? Click here for all the details!
- [Minesweeper Update: Smarter Loading and Quicker Navigation](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/minesweeper-update-smarter-loading-and-quicker-navigation.md) - This update improves performance for premium users with large boards. A new loading screen lets you manually create oversized boards while game settings now load faster by skipping previews for big grids. Plus, resetting to default now correctly applies settings for a smoother experience!
- [Simply Customize It Update: Fix Template Syncing for Version 3.18](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-customize-it-update-fix-template-syncing-for-version-3-18.md) - This update ensures seamless template syncing with reMarkable version 3.18 adding support for the new .template files and refining import logic. Read on for all the details!
- [Slime Station at Our Birthday Party](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/slime-station-at-our-birthday-party.md) - For Zoey's 8th birthday party last year she wanted to do slime and we made it happen! Here's how!
- [Continuing Our Simple School Valentines](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/continuing-our-simple-school-valentines.md) - Two years ago we made simple paper valentines for school. Last year we did the same. Here's the link, with a printable download, in case you're looking for a last minute Valentine's Day idea!
- [Announcing Simply Minesweeper!](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/announcing-simply-minesweeper.md) - Announcing a new app! Love Minesweeper or curious to try this classic game? Play for free on a 9x9 board—no ads! Want more? Customize board size, mines, and colors with a subscription!
- [Simply Minesweeper! FAQs](https://www.simplykyra.com/updates/simply-minesweeper-faqs.md) - Simply Minesweeper has been rebranded to Simply Uncover It! 🎉 For the latest information, check out the updated FAQs here: Simply Uncover It! FAQsCurious about Simply Uncover It? Want to stay updated on new features? Or just looking to learn more? Click here for all the details!Simply KyraKyra
- [My Sews in 2024: Still Infrequent](https://www.simplykyra.com/blog/my-sews-in-2024-still-infrequent.md) - I wanted to continue posting my sewing roundup although, again, in 2024 there wasn't much. Here they are!

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