How do I set up Reminders app weekly on iPhone to be shared with family?

My son’s snake is now feeding every 5 days instead of weekly. I would like to set a 5 day reminder that can be shared with my family.



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Original Title: is it possible to set a reminder for every 5 days

iPhone 11, iOS 15

Posted on Jun 28, 2025 3:00 PM

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Jun 28, 2025 8:29 PM in response to AlmightyOne75

Sure. Go to your Calendar app, select an upcoming day for this, and tap-and-hold on an hour slot to create an Event (or Reminder). While filling in the details, you can switch the type for this new addition between Event and Reminder, at the top.

  • Events can be “All Day” events, or at a specific time with a duration. Events are intended for where you have to be somewhere. Events can have one or two alerts (notifications).
  • Reminders have the start time optional. Reminders stay until checked off; until you confirm that it is done. Reminders are intended for list things that you have to do.

The Repeat option allows you to set a frequency for more of the same with a time interval. Events or Reminders can have a Custom setting for Repeat, e.g. Every 5 days.

Reminders is also a separate app.


Create and edit events in Calendar on iPhone - Apple Support

Use Reminders on your iPhone - Apple Support


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