By Abby Ezechiels
Good-old handwritten notes can go a long way but, with the ever-developing technology used in the classroom, it’s about time we develop our study methods with it. That well-known panic of being four slides behind your teacher because your pencil needs to be sharpened or you’re just not writing fast enough is something of the past.
Here are a few apps to get you started:
Notion: A Cloud-Based Tool
This highly customizable web-based application has been appraised for its individuality and ability to offer more than your average note app. Not only does it assist in student life, but it also supplies management resources for both businesses and households. The website is easily accessible and can be sculpted to suit your personal and professional needs.
Evernote: Impressiveness at a Cost
Despite its lack of an adequate free version, it’s hard to find an app that does everything Evernote does. It easily syncs across all devices, making your notes accessible wherever you go. The most notable feature that it has is the ability to search through all of your notes and attachments through keywords and tags; nothing can get lost!
Microsoft OneNote: Collaboration Connoisseur
If you value teamwork and you’re willing to pay a pretty penny, then this application is for you. OneNote features built-in math assistants and real-time collaboration, allowing fellow students or friends to freely edit your projects. But the teamwork doesn’t end there; OneNote is one of the only note-taking apps that have special Family Plans for up to six users and includes LOTS of storage. And don’t worry, there’s still the free version that anyone can use by signing up for a Microsoft account.
Google Keep: For The Simpler Studies
While Google Keep is the most straightforward out of this list, it still has its highlights. To access the application, you must have a google chrome account so that all of your data is saved to your Google Drive. The easy-on-the-eyes interface works great for jotting down quick notes and ideas on all devices. But what really makes it shine is its excellent speech-to-text feature, letting you create your notes without even lifting a finger.
Simplenote: As Easy As It Sounds
Unlike most note-taking apps, Simplenote is a 100% free and open source. Stripped of all the fancy and over-the-top features, this app offers a great variety of abilities to make your notes without any stress. The absence of folders may be disheartening, but it makes up for it by having all versions of your notes backed up and saved so that you can restore any lost work. And in terms of storage, the sky’s the limit!
These are the most “note”-worthy applications for all of your note-taking needs, whether it be recipes, class lectures, or to-do lists. Easily stay on top of your work and priorities while also having that joy of colour-coding everything to your heart’s content.
Citations:
Ionescu, Stefan. “Onenote Review.” TechRadar, Tech Radar Pro TechRadar IT Insights for Business, 3 Aug. 2022, http://www.techradar.com/reviews/onenote.
Duffy, Jill. “Evernote Review.” PCMAG, 6 Oct. 2020, http://www.pcmag.com/reviews/evernote.
Gewirtz, David. “Notion App Review: Why (and How) I Rely on This Powerful Productivity Tool.” ZDNET, 2 May 2022, http://www.zdnet.com/article/notion-app-review/.
Duffy, Jill. “Simplenote Review.” PCMAG, 11 Jan. 2021, http://www.pcmag.com/reviews/simplenote.
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