## Note Taking on iPad - The approach to taking notes on an [[IPad | iPad]] is shared, which is the same method used in college for classes, and it's suitable for those who want good-looking notes [(00:00:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=10s). - The iPad being used is the new 13-in iPad Air with the [[Apple M2 | M2 Chip]], in the purple color with 1TB of storage, but it's recommended to get the most amount of storage one can afford [(00:00:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=48s). - Dedicated videos on different iPads, models, sizes, and how to maximize their usage as a student are available, with links provided below [(00:01:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=77s). - To make the [[Note-taking | note-taking]] experience easier and more enjoyable, a pencil grip or sleeve and a paperlike [[Screen protector | screen protector]] are recommended [(00:01:44)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=104s). ## iPad and Accessories - The paperlike screen protector has proprietary Nano dots that add resistance and improve haptic feedback when using the [[Apple Pencil]], making it feel like writing on paper [(00:02:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=120s). - The paperlike screen protector is still recommended even with the new nanotexture display feature on the 2024 [[IPad | iPad]] Pros, which reduces screen glare but doesn't provide the same feedback [(00:02:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=151s). ## Note-Taking App - The [[Note-taking | note-taking]] app used in college was Good Notes, but the techniques shared can be applied to any note-taking app [(00:03:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=180s). - The techniques for taking notes on an iPad can be used with any note-taking app, and it's recommended to pick what works and use the app of choice [(00:03:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=207s). ## Setting up GoodNotes - GoodNotes is used to take notes on an [[IPad | iPad]], and the notes can be created in either portrait or landscape mode, although the notes in the example were created in portrait mode [(00:03:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=220s). - A new notebook or quick note can be set up, and GoodNotes offers various covers, page templates, and customization options, including custom sizes and colors [(00:03:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=226s). - The page template can be set to a specific size, such as letter size, and the page color can be chosen from options like white, black, or yellow, or customized [(00:04:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=252s). - The paper style can be selected, such as squared paper, and the notebook can be titled and given a custom font, if desired [(00:04:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=269s). - The notes can be organized with a title, and a custom font can be chosen for the title, making it easier to identify the notebook at a glance [(00:05:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=300s). ## Preparing the Note Page - The page can be zoomed in to make it easier to write, and guidelines can be used to help keep the writing straight and neat [(00:05:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=322s). - The note page can be set up before class, including the title and any desired headings or decorations, and headings can be resized and customized with different fonts and colors [(00:05:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=336s). - An accent color can be chosen and used consistently throughout the notes, with varying levels of the color used to create visual hierarchy and organization [(00:06:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=381s). ## Pen Tool and Customization - The pen tool in GoodNotes can be customized, and a ball pen is recommended for the neatest handwriting, as it produces a mono line [(00:06:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=415s). - Notes are taken using variable strokes, starting with a 0.5 pen for headings, which are highlighted in a 4.0 millimeter width, and then switching to a 0.35 pen for the actual notes [(00:07:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=427s). ## Note-Taking Techniques - Bullet points are used for notes, and a zoom window feature is utilized to write without having to drag and move the paper around [(00:07:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=452s). - Arrows are used to call out certain information, expand on topics, or write additional information [(00:08:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=481s). - A thicker 5-millimeter pen is used for headings, and a different pen color is used for subheadings to create hierarchy [(00:08:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=495s). - The saturation of the highlight is decreased by using a lighter shade of the accent color to distinguish subheadings [(00:08:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=512s). - The pen tool in the accent color is used to call attention to important information, such as underlining or circling key points [(00:09:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=543s). - The accent color is also used in the actual pen color to draw attention to certain information [(00:09:39)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=579s). ## Writing and Drawing Reactions - When writing and drawing out reactions, the approach depends on the complexity of the mechanism and the desired level of detail [(00:09:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=586s). - Black is used as the primary pen color for writing out an overview of a reaction, and the accent color is used to call attention to key points [(00:10:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=612s). - The accent color is used to highlight important information, such as the product of a reaction, and a thinner 0.25 pen is used to create a less harsh line when drawing in the horizontal space [(00:10:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=632s). ## Highlighting and Emphasizing Information - When taking notes, important information that needs to be remembered is written in an accent color, which helps with recall later on [(00:11:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=665s). - Headings are created using a specific color, followed by subheadings in a highlight color, and bullet points are numbered for organization [(00:11:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=673s). - When adding images or diagrams to notes, they are outlined in the accent color to make them visually appealing and to draw attention to the information [(00:11:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=692s). - The shapes tool is used to draw around images or diagrams without filling in the color, and anchor points can be adjusted for a precise fit [(00:11:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=705s). - When annotating images or adding information to diagrams, the accent color is used to write notes and draw arrows or other shapes [(00:12:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=732s). - Reminders and important information are written in the accent color to make them stand out, especially when taking notes during lectures [(00:12:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=767s). - Formulas and definitions are boxed in the accent color with the fill color turned on to make them easily identifiable when glancing through notes [(00:12:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=778s). - Important information that needs to be recalled later is highlighted in the accent color, making it easier to study for tests and exams [(00:13:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=796s). ## Adding Images and Diagrams - When adding images or diagrams to notes, they are outlined in the accent color to make them visually appealing and to draw attention to the information [(00:11:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=692s). - The shapes tool is used to draw around images or diagrams without filling in the color, and anchor points can be adjusted for a precise fit [(00:11:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=705s). - When annotating images or adding information to diagrams, the accent color is used to write notes and draw arrows or other shapes [(00:12:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=732s). ## Sticky Notes and Cleanup - Sticky notes can be added to notes to include additional important information, examples, or reminders, and can be written on top of the image [(00:14:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=842s). - To clean up notes and make them easier to read, the template can be changed to a blank page by accessing the Three Dots menu and selecting the blank template [(00:14:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=869s). ## Benefits of Digital Note-Taking - The [[IPad | iPad]] can be used to take notes in a digital format, allowing for easy organization and access to notes on the go [(00:14:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=882s). - Setting up notes before class can be done quickly and easily, making it simple to have a neat and organized [[Note-taking | note-taking]] system in place [(00:15:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=912s). - Traditional note-taking styles can still be used on the iPad, with the added benefit of being able to print out notes if needed [(00:15:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=917s). - Having access to notes on the iPad can be especially helpful when studying on the go, such as on public transit [(00:15:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=931s). - The iPad can be used to incorporate diagrams, headings, and color-coding into notes, making them more visually appealing and easier to study [(00:15:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=953s). - Using the iPad for note-taking can make it easier to recall information and can also make studying more enjoyable [(00:15:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=959s). ## Paper Like App - The Paper Like app is a useful tool for drawing and writing on the [[IPad | iPad]], and can be a game-changer for those who use the device for [[Note-taking | note-taking]] [(00:16:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc&t=972s). ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL0CDjHecVc?si=aLL9wpVOzgda53kQ)