GoodNotes

GoodNotes is a highly regarded note-taking app that has gained significant popularity among Apple users. One of its key advantages is the seamless document synchronization feature, allowing you to access your planner or notes effortlessly across your iPad and Apple desktop computer. It boasts an extensive array of impressive features, particularly tailored for note-taking, and continues to evolve with additional functionalities like flashcards and audio recording. Additionally, GoodNotes provides a delightful experience for digital planners, offering the ability to enhance your creations with stickers and customize your typing font. While beta versions for Android and Windows exist, they may not offer the full suite of features found in the Apple version at this time. Therefore, for an optimal experience, we recommend GoodNotes primarily for Apple users.

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How to Import Your Files into GoodNotes

Importing files into GoodNotes is a straightforward process. There are two ways to import files: from outside the app or from within the app.

Method 1: Importing from Outside the App

  1. Locate the file you downloaded in the Files app.
  2. Long-press on the file to bring up the options menu.
  3. Tap on “Share” from the menu.
  4. Look for the “Open in GoodNotes” option. If it doesn’t appear, tap on “More” or “Edit Actions.”
  5. In GoodNotes, select the desired location to save the file.
  6. Finally, click on the “Import” button to complete the import process.

Method 2: Importing from Within the App

  1. Open the GoodNotes app on your device.
  2. Tap on the plus (+) button located in the app’s interface.
  3. Select the “Import” option from the menu.
  4. The Files app will automatically open.
  5. Browse and locate the PDF or GoodNotes file you want to import.
  6. Tap on the file to initiate the import process.

GoodNotes had two mode: “Read-Only” and “Edit.” Hyperlinks only work in “Read-Only” mode.

  1. Launch the GoodNotes app and open your document.
  2. In the upper right-hand corner, you’ll find an icon that looks like a crossed-out pencil. Tap on it to activate the “Read-Only” mode.
  3. With the “Read-Only” mode enabled, you can now interact with hyperlinks within the document. Tap on any hyperlink within the document to navigate to the linked content, such as another page or an external website.

How to Change the Cover of Your Planner/Notebook/Journal

  1. Open the GoodNotes app on your device.
  2. Locate the file for which you want to change the cover.
  3. In the upper right corner of the app, you’ll find an icon that looks like a plus (+) symbol. Tap on it.
  4. From the options that appear, select “Image” to import a new image as your cover.
  5. Browse through your device’s image library and select the image you want to use as the new cover.
  6. Once the image is imported, tap on the “Page Sorter” icon, represented by a matrix or four squares, located in the upper left corner of the app.
  7. In the Page Sorter view, you’ll see thumbnails of all the pages in your document. Locate the image you want to set as the cover and drag it to the first position.
  8. If you want to remove the old cover, tap on the thumbnail of the old cover and select the delete option.

How to Add Stickers to Your Planner/Notebook/Journal

Method 1: From Camera Roll

  1. Open the GoodNotes app and navigate to the file where you want to add stickers.
  2. Tap on the image icon from the toolbar, which allows you to insert images.
  3. Scroll through your camera roll by tapping on the screen until you find the desired image or sticker.
  4. Once you’ve selected the sticker, resize and position it based on your preferences. If your camera roll is organized in albums, you can tap on “Album” and browse until you find the desired folder and sticker.

Method 2: From Cloud (without split-screen)

  1. Open the GoodNotes app and locate the file where you want to add stickers.
  2. Tap on the image icon from the toolbar.
  3. Select “Insert from” and choose the cloud storage option where your stickers are stored (e.g., OneDrive, iCloud Drive, or Google Drive).
  4. Navigate to the sticker file and tap on it to import it into your document.

Method 3: From Cloud (with split-screen, drag-and-drop method)

  1. Open the GoodNotes app and find the file where you want to add stickers.
  2. Swipe up from the bottom of your device’s screen to display the dock.
  3. Tap and hold the Files app icon and drag it to the right side of the screen to enable split-screen mode.
  4. In the Files app, navigate to the location where you have stored your stickers.
  5. Long-press on the desired sticker image, then drag and drop it into the GoodNotes file.

Method 4: From GoodNotes Sticker Book

  1. Locate the GoodNotes sticker book file.
  2. Tap on it and click on the share icon, typically found in the upper right corner (a square with an arrow pointing outward).
  3. Select “Open in GoodNotes” and choose to import it as a new document.
  4. Within your document, tap on the sticker you want to use, then click on “Copy”.
  5. Go back to your original document and tap on “Paste”. Resize and position the sticker as desired.

With the power of stickers, you can transform your planners, notebooks, and journals into stunning and unique creations that reflect your individuality. Unleash your creativity by choosing stickers that align with your personal style and passions, allowing your documents to become a true representation of who you are. Let your imagination run wild and bring your digital planning, journaling, and note-taking to life with beautiful and personalized designs.

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