# Cherkalka > Multi-tool for notes, photo editing, and action extensions. (iPhone/iPad app by Semen Kudriavtsev.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cherkalka/id523648218 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Semen Kudriavtsev](https://appshunter.io/developer/523648221) - Category: Productivity, Photo & Video - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.70/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 62 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 8 MB - Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China) and 3 more - Released: 2012-05-10 - Data updated: 2026-06-25 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cherkalka/id523648218/reviews.md ## What is Cherkalka? Three in one: the app to create notes, photo editor to alter images in Photos, action extension to make changes on the fly. Cherkalka is a great tool when in need to note quickly on a photo, just to sketch or write, all these without launching a heavy notepad. The app includes a photo editor and an action extension. The photo editor allows you to make notes on photos right from the Photos app without launching the app. The action extension gives you possibility to handle pictures from any app supporting that feature and share the results. Note: not every program able to receive the result after you press the Done button, e.g., the Photos app does not support that feature, in the case with the Photos use the photo editor. Cherkalka can: • draw and erase; • change width and color of the pencil, color of a note; • share created pictures; • utilize photos; • store created notes and duplicate them; • eliminate palm touches when you use a stylus. The full version in addition can: • resize the note; • move and rotate layers of strokes and background; • scale the current note view; • change width and color of a pencil in the photo editor and the extension; • sync notes via iCloud; • to not show the app logo on exported pictures. ## Key features - Quick note creation on photos - Integrated photo editor - Action extension for sharing - Drawing and erasing tools - Customizable pencil width and color - Store and duplicate notes - Stylus palm touch elimination ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | The full version | $0.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 62) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cherkalka/id523648218/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Undo and redo features missing *2018-11-02, version 1.11* Their 2 things that could make this a good app Was no undo and redo features when creating blueprints or patterns to use upon pictures. This app is faulty with no undo redo feature and also we can’t create notes upon clear background a format that is interchangeable with applications on personal computer like adobe or their competitors . It would be useful if I could draw in vector compatible format ready to be worked on on illustrator or GIMP or photo editing or Astropad like procreate style app or drawing apps for apple tablet or something similar to a clear background and I can place the note I create upon any photo or picture or background... making it resizable and fully adjustable to different proffessions and trades or functions like creating useful blueprints and patterns and notes for professionals The fact it was missing this feature makes it a mediocre app but 10 better than the other Apple Pencil apps that seem to be scams more than tools to create legitimate documents or legitimate notes worth using ,, If u agree,,,, rate one star low simply until we get a decent response. ### 5/5 — Really Nice to Use, Needs better quality line... *2017-12-27, version 1.11* The line work looks kind of blurry on my screen, iPhone X. Everything else is great, hope an update comes. ### 5/5 — Very useful *2017-05-16, version 1.11* I Love it! Nice concept! ### 5/5 — Amazing *2017-04-06, version 1.11* I love using this for digital art and animations.Keep up the good work ### 5/5 — All in ine *2017-03-16, version 1.11* All in one, i can manage my mostly stuff through this app. Create notes, edit pics and draw images. ### 4/5 — Useful *2017-03-16, version 1.11* Haven't used it for a long time, but within that time I definitely found a use for the app. And I can easily imagina lots of use cases for it. Be it in the office, or between friends. It could use an undo button though. Unless there is one and I missed it somehow. Color selection could really use an update to incorporate smooth scrolling and not just a point selection. However, I really like how the width is indicated while being adjusted. Nice app that can be useful. ### 5/5 — Easy to edit notes! *2017-03-08, version 1.11* With Cherkalka, I found it really easy to draw on my photos and take notes. Awesome! ### 5/5 — Works like a charm with photo notes *2017-03-06, version 1.11* I use this app to communicate with my dev team, showing them what I need to be fixed when I am on the road and can't use Jira. I haven't used it yet for fun but for work I find ii already a must! Easy to use, friendly UI, very intuitive. Thanks guys, great job! ### 5/5 — Helpful! *2017-03-06, version 1.11* Professionally made app, easy to understand and use. I've been waiting for something like this app. Incredibly useful and well-designed app with great UI/UX! Thanks:) ### 5/5 — Cool *2017-02-28, version 1.11* Cherkalka app is very helpful for me, smart feature, I love it, will recommended to all my friends, Five star for this work ❤️❤️❤️ ## Frequently asked questions about Cherkalka ### What can Cherkalka do? Cherkalka allows you to quickly create notes on photos, sketch, and write directly on images. It includes a photo editor and an action extension for sharing modified pictures. The full version offers advanced features like resizing, moving layers, and iCloud sync. ### How does Cherkalka's photo editor work? The photo editor lets you make notes and sketches on photos directly within the Photos app without needing to open Cherkalka separately. You can draw, erase, change pencil colors, and utilize various editing tools. ### What is the action extension in Cherkalka? The action extension enables you to handle pictures from any app that supports this feature and share the results. This allows for on-the-fly modifications and sharing of annotated images across different applications. ### Does Cherkalka have ads? No, Cherkalka does not contain advertisements, providing an ad-free experience for its users. ### What are the benefits of the full version of Cherkalka? The full version of Cherkalka unlocks features such as resizing notes, moving and rotating layers, scaling the view, syncing notes via iCloud, and removing the app logo from exported images. ### Is Cherkalka available on Android? Cherkalka is currently supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, indicating it is an iOS-exclusive application. ### How often is Cherkalka updated? Cherkalka was last updated on July 5, 2019, with version 1.11.3. The update frequency may vary, but this indicates its last known update date. ### What is the user rating for Cherkalka? Cherkalka has a high user rating of 4.7 stars based on 21 ratings, suggesting positive user sentiment and satisfaction with its features. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.11.3 — 2019-07-05 Fixed the bug which causes​ the app to crash when you try to insert a camera photo. ### 1.11.2 — 2019-03-29 Fixed the bug which causes​ the app to crash when you try to save a note to Photos. ### 1.11.1 — 2019-01-16 Fixed an issue where thumbnails become black after synchronization. ### 1.11 — 2017-01-02 Minor improvements. ### 1.10 — 2015-09-20 The action extension to handle pictures right from other apps. Variable width of the eraser. 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