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Microsoft Journal

Allows users to quickly express ideas and evolve them through digital ink.

Made by Microsoft

  • Note-taking

What is Microsoft Journal?

Microsoft's Journal, a Garage project, is a Windows 10 app designed for individuals who enjoy journaling to cultivate their ideas and express themselves swiftly with the power of their digital pen. Leveraging the inherent advantages of digital ink, this app enables users to seamlessly connect disparate concepts, sketch drawings, freely insert annotations, and locate information through search - all while seamlessly integrating their ink-based content across various Microsoft 365 applications for work and school

Highlights

  • k-first experience optimized for tablet and 2-in-1 devices, catering to those who thrive when writing out ideas, notes, and sketches
  • Intuitive Ink Gestures for effortless erasing and selection, eliminating the need for mode switching
  • Touch-enabled interactions, allowing users to scroll pages, select words, sentences, and more
  • Drag-and-drop functionality to move content between pages or share it with other applications
  • Integration with Microsoft 365, including calendar access for efficient meeting note-taking*
  • Import and markup of PDF and image files
  • Searchable content using keywords or filters
  • *Subscription required, sold separately

Platforms

  • Windows

Languages

  • English

Features

    • Support for styluses

    • Works Offline

    • Ad-free

    • Handwriting

    • Dark Mode

    • Handwritten Notes

    • Digital Painting