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you get too many notes? Whether it’s daily to-do lists, notes for class, or jotting down various thoughts in our heads, it’s nice to have a place to write everything down. Of course, you can just open it Notes programhowever physically writing something down helps me remember and learn more. It also feels good to stop writing for a minute and write down the thoughts in your head. If those notes aren’t digitized and you’re worried about losing them, good news: We’ve got the best digital notebooks and more for you.
There are E Ink tablets, smart pens and notebooks designed to store digital files of your handwritten notes or drawings. You can save files as PDFs, images, and Word documents, or copy them to a text file in Google Docs to make all your notes searchable. Some of these devices can also record, which is great for lectures and interviews. If your notes need to be improved, we recommend you try these. If you’re looking for real paper options, don’t miss our picks Paper Planners guide and contact us if you are preparing to go back to school Best Laptop Backpacks and The best bags Below are the options and instructions for storing your other school supplies.
Updated December 2024: We’ve added notes about the second-generation Amazon Kindle Scribe and why we still prefer Kobo’s digital notebooks. The Iskn Repaper tablet has also been moved to Honorable Mentions due to its availability.
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Need a digital note taking device?
The short answer is no. These devices are expensive, typically costing several hundred dollars when a simple notebook and pen cost a few dollars. But if you like physical writing over writing but need digital copies, they’re worth considering.
Pros:
- Digital notebooks are thin and light but hold hundreds of notes.
- You can export your notes to text files, which makes them easier to read and manage.
- Depending on the device, you can save files as PDFs, Google Docs, Evernote files, etc. you can export as
- It also digitizes your art instantly.
Cons:
- Expensive.
- Need to charge.
- Have a learning curve.
- Most smart pens need to be paired with an accompanying notebook. Upcoming Nuwa Pen promises smart notes about any paper. We will try it as soon as it is available. As of this writing, it is projected to begin shipping in January 2025.
