What Goodnotes is
A note app built around writing by hand. Notes, typed text, whiteboards and documents live in the same place, with AI handling transcription, summaries and study aids.
It works across iOS, Mac, Windows, Android and the web.
What you can do with it
- Write notes by hand with a stylus
- Type and mix text documents
- Record meetings and get a transcript
- Generate summaries of notes and meetings
- Sync audio to what you wrote
- Build flashcards for revision
Who it is for
- Students taking class notes
- Teachers and trainers
- Meeting-heavy office workers
- Anyone who prefers handwriting but wants search
What to watch out for
- AI summaries and transcripts assist organisation but are not a substitute for checking content
- Recording meetings needs consent from participants
- Notes often contain personal or client information, so check sync and backup settings
- Handwriting recognition varies with legibility
Pros & cons
✓ What we like
- Strong handwriting experience
- AI summaries and transcription
- Audio linked to notes
- Cross-platform including web
! What to watch out for
- Summaries need verification
- Recording consent required for meetings
FAQ
Is it for students or office users?
Both. Students can take notes and revise with flashcards, office users can record meetings and whiteboards.
What does the AI do?
It transcribes meetings, generates summaries, fills in note details and supports study review.
Which platforms are supported?
iOS, Mac, Windows, Android and web.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-15
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