Compared with ordinary note editor , There are relatively few handwriting note taking software . among , Not many are more famous . Here are some mainstream 、 Well received , With good looks 、 To use 、 Powerful handwriting note taking software . among , First of all, I will introduce two traditional note taking software that have been ignored OneNote and Apple memo . Then the evaluation includes Notability、GoodNotes、MarginNote、 Handwriting 、Notes Writers、CollaNote、CollaNote、Prodrafts、Noteshelf、FlowUs.
OneNote
Introduce
Microsoft's cloud notebook software , A note taking software that supports handwriting ;
advantage
- OneNote Productivity office suite Office Provided by Microsoft . Big factory background , Don't worry about Microsoft running away .
- free . Mainly refers to the use of free . because OneNote The default is to store to OneDrive above , If you want to save some large files , You need to pay for it over there OneDrive members .
- Compared with most editors ,OneNote Of software interface UI Characteristic , High recognition .
- Powerful editor , You can freely input the edit box like a whiteboard .
- The typesetting is rich and powerful .
- Support handwriting ;
shortcoming
- The most obvious problem , Data synchronization . Cloud synchronization is the basic function of cloud notes , then OneNote There is a delay in data synchronization for . This is mainly due to OneNote The server is not in Chinese Mainland . Besides ,OneNote The probability of synchronization error is also high , So there is a special post on Zhihu asking why someone said onenote It's a semi-finished product ？
- Content collection ： Although I have given up my full-text collection now , But there are still many note taking software users who like full-text collections . However , In the function of cutting and hiding the full text of the content ,OneNote The effect of cutting and storing is poor .
- Editing experience ：OneNote It doesn't update all the year round , Even basic Bug Repair is too lazy to do . Enough to , Microsoft official for OneNote The importance of .OneNote Just to build an ordinary part of the Microsoft ecosystem .
- Now , There are already many editors that support Markdown grammar , However OneNote But no support . It's good for you to like it MD Syntax input is not very user friendly . Yes, of course , There are already third-party developers for OneNote Developed Markdown Syntax plug in . But experience nature and Markdown There are still many gaps in the editor .
OneNote Official website
Apple Memorandum
Introduce
A note taking application ignored by the majority of users .
features
- Apple's official built-in native app , Use it fluently .
- Closely cooperate with Apple system , You can use floating touch gestures and other ways to quickly start .
- Simplicity 、 beautiful 、 good-looking .
- It's powerful enough . Abreast of the times iOS 15 Version of the memo , Natural language input and tagging functions have been supported , And can be related to reminders 、 Apple calendar and other official applications are linked .
- Support handwriting ;
evaluation
For general handwriting needs , Apple memo is enough ;
Notability
Introduce
The most famous handwriting software in Apple ecology .
function
- Import ： Support pdf、 DOCs、 ppt、 picture 、 gif Import ;
- Free input ： You can enter... Anywhere , Support font style 、 Size and other personalized typesetting ;
- Handwriting experience ： sensitive 、 accurate 、 grace ;
- Support PDF mark ;
- Demo mode ： Easy to share ideas ;
- Support recording and playing audio ;
- Add ons ： Handwritten content recognition ; Mathematical identification ; Planning tools and stickers .
- Built in note sharing platform ：Notability Gallery, Can browse 、 Share 、 Collection 、 Download notes .
evaluation
Interface simple 、 Powerful . See below and for more comparison GoodNotes Comparison of .
Notability Official website
GoodNotes
Introduce
And Notability A rising star ;
function
- Powerful handwriting function ;
- Support PDF And images Import and comment ;
- Support folder management system ;
- Support iCloud Sync ;
GoodNotes Official website
evaluation
And Notability comparison ,GoodNotes Higher cost performance . In especial Notability After suddenly announcing the change to subscription system ,GoodNotes The public praise of has improved a lot . Briefly ,Notability More powerful , This is also its more expensive foundation .Notability In addition to supporting hand drawing , For reading handouts 、 E-books and other experiences are very good .GoodNotes More pure . As for which notes are more beautiful , It varies from person to person .
MarginNote
Introduce
An innovative integrated reading annotation tool , Support mind mapping and learning cards .
function
- Read the excerpt notes ： Easily intercept the text focus , Instant business card printing ;
- Study text keywords ： Easily extract keywords ;
- Built in research browser ： Support Wikipedia , Google , Translation, etc ;
- Support OCR
- Organize all learning materials and reading notes through mind mapping ： restructuring , Merge , Link notes ;
- Built in memory mode ： Card review notes , Not afraid of forgetting curve . To be specific , Support production Cloze Flashcards 、 You can associate... When viewing flashcards MindMap And documentation 、 And it supports exporting to Anki Format .
- Notes can be exported in many formats
- Support chaining MarginNote Locate the original text ;
- Support for extension plug-ins ;
- Support recycle bin ;
- Support iCloud Sync ;
evaluation
MN Powerful , have everything that one expects to find . wilderness tourism PDF Such as the literature . If it's just ordinary fast reading , Similar software LiquidText It is more convenient .
MarginNote Official website
Handwriting
Introduce
A highly praised domestic handwriting software ;
function
- Support original handwriting , Faster and more intimate .
- Flexible editing , The handwriting color can be changed at will .
- Handwriting input direct automatic storage , There is no need to save .
- Long press in the handwriting area , You can insert pictures or record audio, etc .
- Set cloud synchronization , Protect your important notes .
- Support note encryption , Prevent strangers from viewing .
- Conveniently share notes on Weibo , Wechat and other mainstream social platforms .
evaluation
No, Old hand written note taking software Notability、GoodNotes So beautiful , But it's good enough , The price is cheaper , Have a texture close to paper notebook .
Follow the official website
Notes Writers
Introduce
App Store The only one that will have a full-featured word processor , Powerful PDF Editor and handwriting and sketch engine combined application , It can help you create and edit all types of notes , Sketches and text .
function
- Support to create your own folders at will , Notes and tree items ;
- Support handwriting , notes , Sketching , Scan and take notes ;
- Support PDF Reading and commenting ;
- Rich synchronization functions ： utilize iCloud,iCloud Drive,Dropbox,Box,WebDAV and Google Drive Sync and share anytime, anywhere ;
- Support advanced word format processing
- Support to create rich text format （RTF）,PDF,LaTeX And advanced Markdown（MD） file
- Support typewriter mode ： No distraction mode , Let you focus on your creation
- Support night mode
- Support application or folder security password / FaceID
- Support automatic backup of documents
- Support multi terminal synchronization ;
- Support with PDF Format to scan documents , remarks , Receipt , Tickets, etc
evaluation
Characterized by Three in one ： Powerful word processor , Intelligent handwriting engine and robust PDF Annotator and reader . One software handles all notes .
Notes Writers Official website
CollaNote
Introduce
Powerful note taking application , Set PDF Readers and annotators , Whiteboard , Digital planner In one .
function
- Excellent handwriting experience ： Driven by an excellent vector ink engine with minimum latency ;
- Support intelligent night mode ;
- Support recording and playing audio ;
- Support import PDF, Comments or signatures , Then export the notes as PDF;
- Support real-time collaboration with zero latency and unlimited participants ;
- Support for online teaching , Study , Whiteboard for collaborative homework ;
- Built in a large number of exquisite templates ;
- Support adding multimedia to notes ： Insert image , Text , Sticky notes , Interactive web Parts and links .
evaluation
Compared with other handwritten notes , Collaboration 、 Whiteboards are highlights , It is also suitable for hand painting .
CollaNote Introduction page
Prodrafts
Introduce
Infinite notes & draft .
function
- Super large straw paper ;
- Support importing multiple file formats ;
- Support dark mode ;
evaluation
Less function , It's better to be simple . This software is positioned as draft paper , The feature is that there are many file types that support import , You can annotate after exporting .
Prodrafts Official website
Noteshelf
Introduce
A perfect Notepad application for you .
function
- Smooth handwriting ;
- Support search ;
- Support the conversion of handwritten notes / OCR;
- Support marking files and images ;
- Support recording audio notes ;
- Support Evernote Automatic release ;
- Automatic backup to Dropbox & OneDrive;
- Password protection ;
- Support for folder management ;
evaluation
All kinds of functions . The only drawback may be that there is no Notability and GoodNotes good-looking .
Noteshelf Official website
FlowUs Flow notes
FlowUs Not handwritten notes , But a new generation of note taking software —— The core function is Database/ Block Editor for multidimensional tables . Use FlowUs You can also make powerful and good-looking notes . Besides , It can be used with FlowUs Linked Excalidraw, Allow users to quickly make strong hand-painted notes .
Introduce
A unique 、 Notion Class All in One Productivity tools .
Core functions
- Block Editor —— Support page 、 To do list 、 Code blocks, etc Block. meanwhile , Synchronization blocks are also supported , convenient Block Knowledge reuse of content . Besides , Support page dynamic and comment functions .
- Simple tables ： Support simple forms , Meet the user's needs for lightweight tables .
- Database, Multidimensional tables , Support includes tables 、 Kanban 、 Gallery 、 Catalog 、 time axis 、 The calendar 、 Collect seven views including tables .
- Multi dimension table function ： Support grouping 、 Screening 、 Sorting and other basic functions . meanwhile , Formulas are also supported 、 relation 、 Summary and other advanced functions , It is convenient for multidimensional tables to realize automatic data summary and presentation . Besides , Support the function of referencing multidimensional tables , It is convenient for users to share in multiple pages Database.
- Template function ： Template button + Template Market . Powerful 、 Diversified 、 Personalized templates can meet the needs of different users .
- Collaboration ： Support the view 、 edit 、 Comment on 、 Copy and other collaboration permission functions .
Reference and embedding of multidimensional tables
Special function
- And Notion comparison ,FlowUs Support Chinese interface , Optimize the details according to the usage habits of Chinese users .
- Support native development , It solves the input problem of mobile terminal . For most users , The requirement for mobile terminal is real-time content synchronization 、 Support quick input .FlowUs As cloud notes , There is no problem with cross platform natural content . Native applications can bring users a good mobile end experience , Realize open write , Quickly collect all kinds of knowledge and content .
- Support folder pages ： Integrate the web disk into your note taking system
- What is a folder page ？ Just like the network disk application ,FlowUs Allow users to upload their commonly used office files to the note space in the form of folders or multiple files with one click . also ,FlowUs Allow users to preview the office files in the folder page online for free .
- stay Notion And other similar software , Documents can only exist as attachments . about Notion for , You need to use the browser to jump to view the attachment content . And other similar software , Need to be upgraded to personal Pro Version can be previewed online .
- The folder page has a title view 、 Card view 、 Preview view these three views , It is convenient for users to preview the contents of files in different forms .
Folder page ： Integrate the web disk into your note taking system
- Very friendly to individual users , High cost performance .
- Like 《Notion Class software horizontal evaluation ：Notion、FlowUs、Wolai》 In this article, the specific functions and prices of the three software are compared ,FlowUs With high cost performance .
- On many of the same functions ,FlowUs It provides users with more use rights . such as , The group version for less than five people is free , And this function is in Notion And so on . Besides , Upload files 、 Single block word limit and other core functions ,FlowUs Provides more storage space and fewer functional limitations .
- Of course ,FlowUs It also supports educational incentives .
- Rich software linkage ecosystem ：FlowUs And whiteboard 、 Mind mapping 、 flow chart 、 Many excellent third-party services such as design collaboration have formed software linkage . To be specific ,FlowUs Support Figma、Airtable、Sketch、 Ink knife 、 Imitator 、Excalidraw、ProcessOn、Canva、Bilibili、 Tencent video 、 Youku Video 、 NetEase cloud music 、Codepen.
Directly in FlowUs View and edit mind maps internally 、 Whiteboard 、 flow chart
FlowUs Flow notes · Template
Home page · Dashboard templates
FlowUs Dashboard template sharing
We media operation template
Self media operation · Template sharing
Progress bar comprehensive template
The above template part uses the domestic widget Library NotionPet Make ：
- NotionPet Official website - Rich widget Library 、 Dynamic icon library —— Provide a lot of good-looking 、 Useful widgets , It can assist in time management 、 task management 、 Take notes 、 Information management 、 Creative writing and other usage scenarios . among , The number of small parts is increasing , Stable service . also ,NotionPet It provides powerful customized services , It can meet your personalized configuration needs .
- Domestic component library NotionPet： Embed visualization modules for notes —— About NotionPet Special article evaluation of
Introduction to relevant productivity tool evaluation and methodology
- History of note taking software 、 Select strategy and in-depth evaluation
- Productivity tools —— Note taking software FlowUs In depth evaluation
- FlowUs Interest flow - A new generation of productivity tools
