Hidden Features in Knitting Apps You Might Not Know About
- Silly Monkey Knits
- Mar 21
- 5 min read
Technology has revolutionized knitting, with apps offering a variety of tools to track patterns, count stitches, and even adjust designs. However, most knitters only scratch the surface of what these apps can do!
Many hidden features in knitting apps go unnoticed, yet they can save time, prevent mistakes, and personalize your knitting projects like never before. In this guide, we’ll reveal game-changing features you might not be using—but definitely should!
1️⃣ Smart Row Tracking & Automatic Counters
Most knitters manually count rows or rely on basic row counters. But some knitting apps offer advanced row tracking with built-in reminders.
✨ Hidden Features You May Not Know About:
✅ Auto row tracking – The app detects when you've finished a row and updates progress automatically.
✅ Linked row counters – Track multiple stitch patterns at the same time (great for lace, cables, and multi-section projects).
✅ Row alert reminders – The app notifies you when it’s time to switch stitches, increase, decrease, or repeat a section.
✅ Undo mistakes easily – Some apps allow you to mark errors and backtrack to see where things went wrong.
💡 Why It’s Hidden? Most knitters manually track their rows and don’t explore advanced auto-tracking options.
🧶 Where to Find It? KnitCompanion and Knitrino offer smart row tracking and alerts.
2️⃣ Voice-Guided Hands-Free Knitting
Knitting requires both hands—but what if you could control your app without touching it?
✨ Hidden Features You May Not Know About:
✅ Voice commands – Move between pattern sections just by speaking.
✅ Auto-scroll & hands-free navigation – The app moves through your pattern without you needing to tap the screen.
✅ Read-aloud pattern instructions – Some apps can speak instructions row by row, helping you knit without distractions.
💡 Why It’s Hidden? Most knitters don’t realize their apps support voice control, so they manually scroll and navigate instead.
🧶 Where to Find It? KnitCompanion has hands-free voice navigation for premium users.
3️⃣ Augmented Reality (AR) & Smart Stitch Visualization
Imagine seeing your stitches overlayed on your screen before you knit them! Some apps use augmented reality (AR) and smart stitch tools to help visualize patterns.
✨ Hidden Features You May Not Know About:
✅ AR stitch guides – See stitch placements on your real knitting via your phone camera.
✅ Interactive charts – Tap on sections of a pattern to see instructions only for that area.
✅ AI-powered stitch correction – The app detects stitch errors and suggests fixes in real-time.
💡 Why It’s Hidden? Many knitters assume AR is only for gaming and don’t check if their app supports stitch overlays.
🧶 Where to Find It? Knitrino offers interactive pattern previews with AR-like navigation.
4️⃣ Auto-Adjust Gauge & Pattern Resizing
Most knitters adjust patterns manually when switching yarn or needles—but some apps can do the math for you.
✨ Hidden Features You May Not Know About:
✅ Automatic gauge conversion – The app recalculates stitches if you change yarn weight or needle size.
✅ Pattern resizing – Modify a sweater’s size with automated stitch count recalculations.
✅ Custom fit adjustments – Enter body measurements, and the app customizes the pattern accordingly.
💡 Why It’s Hidden? Many knitters don’t explore the customization menus in their apps.
🧶 Where to Find It? Stitch Fiddle Premium allows for pattern resizing and gauge adjustment.
5️⃣ Convert Written Patterns into Charts
If you prefer charts over written patterns, did you know that some apps can convert text-based instructions into visual stitch charts?
✨ Hidden Features You May Not Know About:
✅ Text-to-chart conversion – Enter written instructions (e.g., K2, P2, YO) and the app generates a complete knitting chart.
✅ Color-coded stitch sections – Customize chart sections for easier reading.
✅ Automatic lace & cable charting – The app maps out complex stitches visually.
💡 Why It’s Hidden? Many knitters manually draw charts, not realizing some apps automate this process.
🧶 Where to Find It? Stitch Fiddle and Chart Minder support pattern-to-chart conversion.
6️⃣ Smart Color Previews & Yarn Substitution
Picking the perfect yarn color can be tricky—especially when ordering online. Some apps preview how your project will look in different colors.
✨ Hidden Features You May Not Know About:
✅ Upload a pattern and swap colors to see how it looks before knitting.
✅ AI-generated color palettes – Get suggested yarn colors based on current trends.
✅ Yarn substitution suggestions – If a yarn is discontinued, the app finds a close match.
💡 Why It’s Hidden? Most knitters rely on trial and error instead of using a color preview tool.
🧶 Where to Find It? KnitCompanion and Knitrino have color customization features.
7️⃣ AI-Detected Errors & Fix Suggestions
Spotting a mistake 10 rows later is frustrating. Some apps use AI to detect errors early and suggest fixes.
✨ Hidden Features You May Not Know About:
✅ Auto error detection – The app checks for missed increases, decreases, or cable twists.
✅ Suggested fixes – Some apps highlight errors and suggest how to correct them.
✅ Crowdsourced pattern corrections – See if others flagged errors in a pattern before you start.
💡 Why It’s Hidden? Many knitters assume mistakes must be fixed manually and don’t realize AI can help troubleshoot.
🧶 Where to Find It? Pattern Keeper and KnitCompanion detect errors in complex charts.
Who Benefits from These Hidden Features?
✔️ Beginners: Can avoid gauge mistakes, row tracking errors, and color mismatches.
✔️ Intermediate Knitters: Can automate pattern resizing, stitch charts, and row counters.
✔️ Advanced Knitters: Can explore AR tools, AI error detection, and interactive charts.
🚀 Unlock the Full Potential of Knitting Apps!
📌 Most knitters only use basic tracking & storage in their apps.
📌 Modern apps offer hidden tools to save time, prevent errors, and enhance creativity.
📌 Unlocking these features can transform how you knit!
💬 Which hidden feature surprised you the most? Tell us in the comments! 👇
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