Best note taking app for uni

Hi I’m looking to use my iPad along with maybe an laptop for home use.
However I’m not sure what would be the best app to make notes on in lectures

Any help ??

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Original post by lainey123

Hi I’m looking to use my iPad along with maybe an laptop for home use.
However I’m not sure what would be the best app to make notes on in lectures
Any help ??

Hi, @lainey123 !

I personally use a combination of Glean, which is a recording software which transcribes what my lecturer is saying (I have disabilities so I can't take notes quickly) and notion for my own written notes and other tasks.

I'd definitely recommend notion as I also use it as a diary and other organiser and you can make it totally customisable, and this might be more beneficial for you if you don't need full transcribing like I do.

If you do decide to use Glean, just be warned it doesn't always pick up what is said accurately if the lecturer is far away from the Ipad mic, or if your lecturer has a strong accent!

Some of my friends say GoodNotes is also very good.

I hope this helps, best of luck with your studies!
Gabby