Supernote tour: my setup for staying organized + templates | for Supernote A5X & A6X | updated 2022

[@yes1455]

Love your videos, so good for supernote users. Could you do a new 2023 planner video with homepage + links?

[@ttbirds1082]

Even though this video is now 2 years old, the tips are all still relevant today. I too decided to use Note and Document folders for Personal and Work root folders to keep the structure as flat as possible. I like the idea of using the root folders as inboxes and having an archive folder in each. Many thanks for sharing the tips. If you happen to use Supernote with Notion, I would love to get a sense of your workflow.

[@denisepinet9472]

I have had my supernote for a while and love that there is no bright light shining in my eyes anymore. I haven't used anything else for notes and word docs since I got it. Love that you don't have to have wifi connection to transfer files onto my computer harddrive. I would recommend this to anyone who takes a lot of notes or word docs.

[@hanideal3394]

Love Supernote , new user. Enjoyed discovering your channel. It's great to watch videos I don't have to speed up - helpful and intelligent education on good practices, and gently relaxing!

[@pixelleaves]

All things I’m going for, so really appreciate this comment, thank you! :)

[@LdapTv1969]

I appreciate the tips you offer and look forward to exploring your practices. One idea for a video is how you manage files between your supernote and computer / online system would be of interest.

[@michelleruizkeil6946]

Your videos are so calm and helpful--thank you for making them!

[@resorufin6164]

My A5x is coming in today and I'm definitely going to use your videos for a groundwork as I start with it. Thank you!

[@pixelleaves]

Really happy to hear these videos have been helpful, and hope you enjoy your new Supernote as much as I do mine!

[@pi5875]

Very good videos, informative and allow non owners to have a good insight into what one can do with a Supernote.

[@Lynibaba]

Thank you for making these walkthroughs, they really helped me the make the right decision about my purchase (also reassure me I made a right decision of investing in it ) :)

[@TrialsProgression]

Thank you. Ordered my nomad today and just subbed. 👍

[@stevesene8615]

This device is just amazing 😻

[@TheKrazyRico]

I love your videos! Thank you for taking the time to create them and to share your knowledge, workflow, and experience. It really is helpful! I have pre ordered my A5X and can’t wait to receive it sometime in Feb. I’ll be going through you videos again at that time lol

[@pixelleaves]

Hey, thanks to you too for writing this nice comment! :) Sit tight, Feb will be here soon haha

[@whitty9216]

Thanks for this video! Your Supernote feature overviews convinced me to sell my Boox and make the switch to Supernote. If possible, I'd be really interested to see what your project tracker layout looks like. This is something I struggled with visualizing on my Boox and love to see how other folks tackle that sort of thing. Apologies if it's in another video and I missed it!

[@robertmaction]

Another helpful video-thanks again! I'm a newbie and it's nice to hear how others are using theirs.

[@donnagallagher60]

Can you share how you create sticky notes?

[@mehdiazad75]

You made me buy this thing, thanks alot for the clean reviews you provided. I wish if there was affiliate link or something that i could support your channel.

[@mikemosely7868]

Your videos are very informative!!

[@rupenjshah]

Thanks for your videos. Just got a supernote a5x and your videos are really useful

[@just-dl]

Great review. Thank you.

[@Amelclock]

Love watching your videos, they're super helpful!

[@pixelleaves]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Trying my best to make the type of videos I like watching too :)

[@benjaminheil2864]

you definitely got a new subscriber! Keep up the great work.

[@koenOP]

Do you still use the stars for tasks now that the easy link to 'to do's' is there. If not, what do you now use the stars for? I just got the supernote yesterday and I'm still figuring out how to best use all the features.

[@JacquelineBeaulieu]

I love the idea of creating a kanban style board for my Supernote. Thanks for the inspiration! And great work with your videos!

[@Neelysmusic]

I like your ideas. Still confused though. I want to put my therapy notes from daily sessions in Document file as you suggest for Work. Can I go by month and put all notes in there by daily? Then start new folder for next month? I just cant figure this out. And I need to use the cloud (with BAA agreement) because storage will run out right?

[@aliciadiaz2730]

Hi there, thank you for a great video. I'm trying to figure out how does supernote store my notes? Is there a hardrive? Thank you!

[@keithcole3878]

Thank you so much for your review. It's really nice to see you take the time and explain the features and functionality of the device. I did purchase the A5X and really like it. However, I'd like to learn more about some specific functions (more than note taking or reading) that are not explained well in the manual. I'm having trouble with the mail setup (is it only compatible w/ Gmail, QQ, or iCloud - not any other mail server?) as well as the LAN Transfer function (can you only transfer from Supernote to other device and not the other way around?). I have the Partner App, but they don't seem to be talking to each other (yes, they're on the same wifi network). The calendar sync is important too for me, but maybe that's related to the Google-only compatibility? Anyway, thanks again for your review. I do appreciate it!

[@pixelleaves]

I suggest either posting on the Reddit/Facebook or reaching out to Supernote via email since I don't use the email function on the SN, or the SN app. :)

[@monyck77]

Thank you for making this organization video! I am wondering if you ha e a video on how to download the hyperlinked templates, daily organizers. I don't see myself using the yearly planner because I like to have just one master calendar that merges my Google and Outlook calendars.

[@pixelleaves]

For hyperlinked PDFs you just have to put the file in your Supernote and write on it :) Templates can’t be linked, the PNG files should just be put in your MyStyle folder so you can use them. You might find my beginner guide helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJTZh61uiMelgM0

[@conraddevera]

if you make a random note, and you add it to an existing notebook later on.. do you have to select what you wrote copy and paste it? or are the pages added to the end of your existing noteboom?

[@jacklynpham528]

I'd like to hear your take on protecting sensitive information. Is it as simple as keeping the device completely offline? Any features I would be "missing out" on? My main purpose is to replace hard copy notebooks, planners, and millions of post it notes.

[@pixelleaves]

I would say aside from the features that logically need an internet connection (e.g. email) you wouldn't be missing anything. You do need to connect to the internet at least once during setup (I think the text conversion needs to download something) but can use it offline after. I use mine offline as well so everything in this video will work; I do all my file transfers via USB.

[@jayhart3514]

I love the sticker idea, how do you do it?

[@DeanMcGrath]

I have the same question as there is currently a limitation of cutting and pasting between notes. Unless I missed something.

[@pixelleaves]

They’re hand drawn on a note; you can cut and paste between notes but not between notes to PDF

[@jayhart3514]

@@pixelleaves Thank you!

[@MarianoPerez]

Is the background screen whiter than kobos screen, or at least close to white paper? I'm on the fence about buying this product because the screen does not have backlight. If the screen looks as gray as my kobo libra 2 when the backlight is off, that would probably be a deal breaker for me.

[@MaryLouNajera]

Hi, wonderful, clear video! I need to organize my notes by date. I would like to be able to go to a calendar view (preferably a month view) and hyperlink to all the notes I took on any given day. Do you know if that's possible? Thanks!

[@pixelleaves]

No links between notes right now, it’s in the roadmap though

[@HeyDoraWinifred]

@@pixelleaves can you at least filter by date sans calendar or will they display in folders by chronological order?

[@pixelleaves]

Only date last opened (not creation)

[@HeyDoraWinifred]

@@pixelleaves sheesh I really hope they do something about this - I guess a work around would just be putting the creation date in every file name for record keeping.

[@drdawnonthereal]

Hi, thanks for your reviews. I just bought one based on your review. How do you make the stickers and can you use stickers from uploads?

[@pixelleaves]

My “stickers” are just hand-drawn elements I’ve saved for my own use, and you paste into your notes like regular writing. The link to my .note file which I show in the video is in the description

[@RyanMcQuen]

This is the best Supernote channel! Do you think the A6X would be big enough to read sheet music on?

[@pixelleaves]

In that case specifically, assuming you mean to read while playing, I would honestly recommend to go as big as possible and get an A4 sized tablet instead 😅 Because you could technically read it, I guess, but I don’t think anything smaller than actual size (including the A5X) would be practical for reading sheet music

[@Rubey4792]

Question: how to do you the sticker thing? is that a canva template?

[@chasingsquirrelsmindfully8477]

Dropbox! I have had my SNa5x for about a month and as a non-tech, LOVING your videos. You do a wonderful job of making the concept simple, easy to follow and calming. I have spent "hours" trying to figure out how to use the Sync function. I chose Dropbox professional because I need HIPPA compliance for my notes. I've followed all the advice I could find, but am obviously missing something. Please Help!! I can drop thing in there, but when I had things downloaded in my laptop folder, said it synced complete but the PDFs are no where to be found on Supernote, just more layers added to laptop file. Please save me! I use MAC for Home and PC for work . . .

[@pixelleaves]

Hi, sorry for the late reply--YT held up this comment in the filter! Unfortunately I don't use Dropbox on my SN (as I explained, I keep it offline mostly, and I backup/sync via USB). You might find people who can help with this on the Facebook or the Reddit!

[@nevermayB]

Hi! I’ve really enjoyed the few videos you’ve posted. I’m currently weighing up getting a Supernote. I currently type everything I do, use digital calendar app and todo lists but want to start using backlit screens less and less. I’m a bit torn with what size to get. I think it’ll be a 60/40 or 50/50 split between light note taking and reading. Are you willing to share what factors went into your decision for size? I’m also worried I won’t end up using it much! I tried the iPad and Apple Pencil for about a month but found I ended up going back to just typing everything because it “felt faster”…. But I realised I ended up never going back to typed out notes anyway! Agh! Thanks for your awesome content. Your voice is great! (Edit - typos)

[@pixelleaves]

Hi! First of all, thanks for the compliment on the voice-like many people, I think recordings of my voice sound very weird, so I really appreciate it! :) About your questions, I'm going to say sorry in advance for a very long comment but here goes: I decided on the size based on the paper notebooks I was using, since they were much closer in page size/footprint to the A6X compared to the A5X. It's really just personal preference in that regard. I will say that for writing in full paragraphs (like this comment haha) I still type it, because it is literally faster/more practical for me than writing out an essay and typing it up later. On reading, if you're reading many PDFs with really small font (e.g. academic papers) I would go bigger. Reading "normal size" PDFs *at length* on the A6X is okay but not optimal imo. For epubs, and PDFs you can export to bigger font size, etc. I think the size is a non-issue. I also was pretty worried it would end up a frivolous purchase when I got it, but the intro to this video is not an exaggeration, I used to always have notebooks for different purposes floating around my desk before consolidating to just the A6X. I find that some things just feel... better? more intuitive? when done "by hand" (plotting and moving around my deadlines, brainstorming, taking notes during a class or meeting) instead of through an app, and I retain more information, so I have never been able to switch fully to Notion or whatever. While I still use an app/my Apple Watch for smaller daily agenda stuff (e.g. alarms for calls/meetings) I really, really enjoy having the benefits of digital notes without the LED screen time. Definitely a splurge purchase, even then, but unfortunately e-ink in general is still pretty niche!

[@annajohnson6753]

Do you feel, overall, that you have enough writing room on templates with the 6x? I've seen some say the templates make writing difficult on this size, and that would sway me to the 5x, as I plan to use a lot of templates. It seems to be easier to find templates for the 5x as well, but maybe I'm wrong on that. Great videos!

[@pixelleaves]

I prefer this size, but just FYI you shouldn’t let the availability of templates be a factor-the two have the exact same resolution since the A6X is 300 ppi and the A5X is 226 so any templates that work on one work on the other :)

[@annajohnson6753]

@@pixelleaves oh okay, I didn't know that, so thanks for the info. I truly feel the ones stating the templates are too small for the 6x, is simply because of preference or what they're used to. Thanks!

[@pixelleaves]

@@annajohnson6753 They probably mean text/font sizes are smaller and the elements. Maybe I'm just younger/am used to smaller fonts but it's nothing that's smaller than reading comments on KZbin mobile, for example haha. I have another video on my channel comparing to different paper sizes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXnXiHaPa8uXlcU and show briefly in the A5 section the type of notebook (with a meeting template) I used to use before switching. Hope it helps!

[@Lynibaba]

For me, it really helped to make decision, that I've considered where will I use it. In my case, there is barely enaough room in my office workstation for my laptop, keyboard and an A5 something like notebook. When I've used A4 like textbooks I'd needed to move my assets around the table if I'd wanted to scribble something. If you'd like to take your e-notebook to everywhere and use it like a bujo, smaller size also a better option because it fits in more purses, also the smaller surface is able to take less damage.

[@raffaelafurer4797]

this was a very helpful video. I have my SN for half a year and I am super happy. One Question: How do you copy your notes/stickers from one Notebook to an other? I couldn't find this feature yet.

[@pixelleaves]

It’s the same as copying and pasting content within a note; should be described in the manual :) you can’t paste between PDF and .note though

[@jasonhart3577]

How do you make the stickers? Thats super useful

[@pixelleaves]

They’re hand drawn, so copying and pasting them is like any handwrittten thing :)

[@kenneth3706]

Do you think that the a5x would be suitable for students?? Im thinking of buying one but im not sure if it's worth the splurge!

[@pixelleaves]

I think it would depend on what you’re looking into it for. I think it’s great for note taking and reading epubs etc, but even the A5X is not “full size” if you have to read a lot of academic PDFs with tiny font on it, and you might find that limiting. That said, people seem to like the RM2 for studying (see Edvard Benson on YT) and the SN A5X is the same size, with more options for keeping organized/sorting files. So if their use appeals to you I would say yes. Definitely wish I had one in uni, anyway! Would also have been much easier on the eyes than my constant laptop use Edit: Also, to my knowledge, from the 10.3” e-ink tablets it’s just the A5X which could likely withstand a drop and I would take the durability into account (And sorry for the long-winded answer, but I remember being on a student budget and I know this must be a big purchase!)

[@kenneth3706]

@@pixelleavesthanks for replying. I was mostly thinling about using it for taking notes, but im not sure if it would be faster and more efficiant that just using paper, like if it will take me ages to find a certain note because of the wait time after you press a button

[@pixelleaves]

After the last firmware update it's definitely wayyy faster, so I don't think UI speed is a problem right now. BUT, to be clear, I don't think any e-ink device will be as instant as an iPad anytime soon, the tech isn't there yet. In my experience because of the different ways to find your notes I find what I need pretty easily, and don't feel slowed down

[@kenneth3706]

Thanks for the info, I appreciate it

[@BrwnEyedSouthernGurl]

How did you get the composition book screen saver?

[@pixelleaves]

It’s on the Supernote FB group

[@graeywolf]

thank you for the great video, I really enjoyed it. You conficed me to buy the supernote rather than a remarkable. The only promblem is I can't buy one due to custom fees :/ How did you get it, is there a trick so I don't need to pay 100bucks more for living in Germany?

[@pixelleaves]

I think there's a distributor in France, but I just paid whatever taxes/duties were required in my country.

[@graeywolf]

@@pixelleaves I bought one, it will arrive in May hopefully :) I hope you continue and make more Videos about your experience an workflow with your supernote

[@mimiltakes]

Can zoom?

[@JPC326]

is it compatible with google drive ?

[@pixelleaves]

At the moment, I believe just Dropbox? (I use it offline, personally)

[@andrewkor4498]

How do the cards work? Limited to 40 card without the subscription

[@pixelleaves]

I think you left this on the wrong video, or are replying to someone else. Supernote A5X/A6X doesn't use "cards" and doesn't have a subscription

[@fcf8269]

Interesting to see how you break down your work, but I think that this device is really lacking a solid app that work as planner, without force you to have to create templates. Finding things few months down the road may be quite a problem, if you take a lot of notes and work with a lot of documents. Example: if you work in engineering you need often to have diagrams, notes, specs and so on; there is no way to organically tie those together, because the documents goes in as pdf or doc maybe, and live in the viewer app. The diagrams may be in the notes app and the specs may me in some other format. If you make a note about this project that need to refer to other documents, you are basically out of luck. Also if your project last months, and you need data from 3 months ago, good luck finding what you need, unless you go page by page reading everything and trying to find the connections. I think the big mistake that people make is to consider those devices as planners, while in fact they are just glorified note taking devices with infinite pages, that are useful to capture things in the moment, and then require you to go back and extract that data and convert it into something you can use on your computer. If that is your workflow, then those are perfect; but if you want to use just this device for your project tracking and management and todo/task list, it won't really cut, unless your project is very flat in terms of hierarchy

[@carolynchavez9086]

I hate my supernote. I feel like I need to take a college class to learn it. I wish I got a Remarkable. So many regrets.

[@mikemccoy5315]

Me too😢 I would sell it for pennies

[@xsolonx]

@@mikemccoy5315i would buy it off you for more than pennies