Cannot draw in Notes on iPad Air/OS 12

I'm trying to draw in Notes, but the controls to open the drawing tools do not appear in the app, no matter what I do. I'm reading there should be a little plus in a circle in the lower right corner, or a menu above the keyboard with a marker symbol, but none of that appears. What am I doing wrong??

Specs: iPad Air Wi-Fi A1474, iOS 12.1.1 (16C50)

I just updated to the latest iOS yesterday. I also am running High Sierra 10.13.6 on a 1.4 GHz Core i5 Mac Mini if that matters. I've run all required and suggested updates. A screenshot of my screen in Notes is attached.

iPad Air Wi-Fi

Posted on Jan 19, 2019 4:31 AM

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CarlosP1228

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Posted on Jan 21, 2019 6:26 AM

Hello and welcome to Apple Support Communities, SalemSailor!

I understand you're trying to create a sketch within a note in the Notes app, but are not able to. I'd be happy to help you out.

I see you've tried the steps in this article: Use Notes on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch

If you're creating a note in a third-party mail account, you will not be able to sketch in it. In order to create a sketch note, tap "Notes" at the top left, and keep tapping until you reach "Folders". Here, you'll want to select the "All iCloud" folder. Notes you create here will allow you to sketch within them.

If you do not see the option for "All iCloud", make sure Notes is enabled in Settings > ["Your Name"] > iCloud.

I hope this information helps you out.

Have a great weekend!

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