Adding a new contact in the ARTERNAL app is quick and straightforward. This guide walks you through creating a contact from your mobile device so you can update, message, or associate them with artworks on the go.
In the ARTERNAL mobile app, there are several ways to create a new contact. In this article, we’ll cover how to add one directly from the Contacts tab.
You can also create contacts by scanning business cards or adding them through SmartMail.
🎥 Watch the tutorial:
Create a New Contact
Open the ARTERNAL app on your iPhone.
Tap Contacts in the bottom navigation bar.
In the top-right corner, tap ➕ New Contact.
4. Enter the contact’s First Name, Last Name, and any additional details you’d like to include:
Email
Phone number
Address
Tags
Notes
5. Tap Create in the top-right corner.
Tip: If you’re creating a contact to use in SmartMail, make sure to include a valid email address so they appear in your recipient list.
Add Additional Details
Once the contact is created, you can tap into their profile to add or edit:
Company and Position
Contact Associations
Custom Fields
Addresses
Social links
Use the Edit button at the top-right of the contact’s profile any time you need to update their information. You can watch a video tutorial here
❓FAQs
Q: Why can’t I see my new contact in SmartMail?
A: SmartMail only displays contacts with a valid email address. Double-check that the contact has an email entered.
Q: Can I add multiple emails or phone numbers?
A: Yes — tap Edit on the contact’s profile and scroll to add additional fields as needed.
Q: Does creating a contact on iOS sync with my desktop account?
A: Absolutely. Any contact created on mobile will appear across your entire ARTERNAL account.

