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Google Keep’s long-promised lock-screen note shortcut is still not available to normal users, despite fresh signs that Google continues to work on it behind the scenes. Android Police reports that recent Android beta builds expose more of Keep’s unfinished lock-screen integration, including...

After years of relying on Google Keep, a How-To Geek writer moved to Joplin because it combines Markdown, attachments, Windows, Linux, and Android support, extensions, encrypted sync, and the option to run the synchronization server on the writer’s own Raspberry Pi 4 behind a WireGuard VPN. The...

Microsoft’s evolving approach to OneNote for Windows 10 is prompting users to reassess their note-taking strategy as we head into 2025. In an intriguing move, Microsoft has decided to throttle the performance of its legacy OneNote for Windows 10 app, nudging enterprise customers and everyday...

Microsoft OneNote has long been a powerhouse for digital note-taking, but when you compare it to its Google counterparts—Google Keep and Google Docs—the differences become sharp and telling. From seamless Outlook integration to sophisticated AI capabilities, OneNote has features that not only...

In Windows 10, and now Windows 11 Home, I use MS Notepad (.txt files) all the time for notes and simple letters. Along with Google Keep, for short temporary notes, very handy for copying tips off the Internet. But occasionally I want to create a .doc file, or to play around with some data to...

If you’ve found yourself frequently battling with Microsoft Sticky Notes, lamenting its lack of features, fret not! Whether you’re using Windows 10 or 11, there’s a plethora of free and open-source alternatives at your disposal, brimming with capabilities to enhance your note-taking experience...