What is Notion and How to Create a Template (Tutorial)

[@toolfinderhq]

So glad you explored Notion - it is a truly awesome tool! I'm excited to see how it affects your own Trello use Scott ;-) Francesco.

[@Simpletivity]

Yes, looking forward to spending more time with this tool. Thanks, Francesco!

[@myo3939]

The most simply best tutorial on how to create Notion template!

[@myo3939]

Since you like to know how I am using Notion. I was looking for Confluence alternative and found Notion. I intended to use it as wiki but it seems like it offers a lot more functionality.

[@highasakite6722]

video starts at 4:41

[@mlv4h]

thanks!

[@Sleepy-rw9rj]

not all heroes wear capes

[@ServantStatusMinistries]

bless your heart!!!!!

[@samsulkarim164]

Thanks

[@hi.7105]

thanks!!!

[@RobertvanTolUK]

I am using Notion to support my PhD research: a wiki to document what I've learnt, a relational database to track where they were learnt from in a citation format, and fighting academic procrastination with the Kanban features. Early days yet, but loving Notion and gladly paying for it.

[@d.phoenix.5d]

Ive watched 7 videos on saving a template. This is the simplest explanation. Thank you so much💯

[@tobiscuit6760]

I use notion for my entire life. For example: I've got crochet patterns, DnD character sheet and info, tarot spreads and a journal of readings, all of my notes from various note apps and hard copy notebooks *to be imported*, daily life management and basic lists/trackers, building a work database for a recording studio, following imported local events, and I'm hoping to upload photo shoot information for my photography business. Notion is pretty amazing and I can't wait to get everything added in so it can work for me. Patience is key!

[@Simpletivity]

That's a great snapshot of your setup. Thanks for sharing!

[@williampowell3378]

That’s what’s up.

[@williampowell3378]

That’s what’s up.

[@MrCabimero]

Thank you for this, one of the best I have seen on this topic. On top of that, you have a great “radio” voice which makes it easy to follow. So many youtubers go way to fast!

[@Simpletivity]

Wow, thank you!

[@ronaldmoyer3763]

After trying different software for years this is the first one I've been sticking to, and the people at notion our top notch

[@Simpletivity]

Thanks so much for sharing your experience, Ronald.

[@justtere]

While this is a wonderful start, Notion has so many Notion Ambassadors with KZbin channels which go into much more detail. Hundreds. I use Notion for my life. I have ADHD, and it helps me tremendously. With the tons of free Notion ideas and templates (not to be confused with what Scott was talking about) there will be something out there for you to work with. Not only the templates which come with the program. Try it. It has a bit of a learning curve (and just came out with a MAJOR update) that it can keep you learning more than you dreamed possible.

[@lareneggleston7033]

I've only been using it for a week but I have a bill tracker, to do list with a daily review, Udemy course tracker. This video will help me immensely! Thank you!

[@Simpletivity]

You are very welcome, Laren. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@doccrisco]

Great video, clear, simple explanation and walk through of the process. thank you.

[@Simpletivity]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Stormbrise]

Hello, I am using notion to write my MSc thesis in Denmark. Sometimes Notion can be overwhelming, but it is just best to jump right in and edit as you learn more tips and tricks.

[@kyuplayersmind]

tx, i was desperate with this template thing; Very clear and useful info to me. I am learnig to use notion in order to manage my tasks better and create some templates of complicated things i have to do often to be sure i won't forget something

[@BruceReynolds7250]

I'm using the free version of Notion instead of Evernote. I imported all of my content from Evernote to Notion. I actually like all of the numerous features that Notion has. It's going to take a while, but there should be a lot more features and capabilities with Notion going forward.

[@sarahara7455]

finally the solution for my notion problems, thank you! great video!

[@Simpletivity]

Great to hear!

[@laurenransford7638]

Sorry for the previous rant! I realized what I needed was info on database templates, that are created in the database, and I didn’t know it functioned differently from templates in general. This is not about creating templates. It’s about creating a template button.

[@davidmelgar1935]

Great Video!

[@Simpletivity]

Thanks!

[@pavithranarsing1295]

Can you do this with a mobile i can't do this in mobile please.... 🥺

[@justtere]

It is done exactly the same way. I create template buttons all the time. I can do almost anything on my mobile that I can on my desktop. Just create what you want in your template button, click on create new template, rename it, pull what you want in your template into the space, and there you go.

[@bigpumpsea]

I am migrating from analogue notebooks to notion for my personal productivity. Having customizable templates is a huge plus for my daily tasks, workouts, and projects that need links and sub lists. I was not getting that in other apps.

[@Simpletivity]

Thanks for sharing!

[@letsgoviral777]

I like this. Thank you.

[@Simpletivity]

Glad you like it! Thanks for watching.

[@nghianguyen1299]

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[@nghianguyen1299]

😂❤ 0:55 😢

[@ВячеславИстратов-х3ш]

Thank you

[@Simpletivity]

You're welcome

[@shade_excel]

Great video! Thanks!

[@Simpletivity]

You are most welcome, Shade.

[@MrCabimero]

So I did this. But I need a template I can use over and over again. I noticed when you dropped the block into the template creator it disappeared from the column on the left. How would I do it so I could use my template on other areas of my notion?

[@MacAutomationTips]

Thanks for this video. I was searching earlier on Google for how to create a template, and I didn't get any top results. Your video effectively explains how it's done. Great job. Also, to answer your question, I'm thinking about using Notions for keeping track of all the KZbin videos I create. I know I can sort by tags in YT, but there's some other categories I want to include. And I also will create a template planning sheet for new videos.

[@nicbongo]

If you haven;t yet, check out this video. He uses it for exactly what you describe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2q2Znxppbytb5Y Notion rocks!

[@SoerenGraves]

Can you manage a "New client" -bytton/template on the frontpage and get it stored in a client database or do I need to drag it my selff to that database/page? I am trying to build a client database for my acupuncture practise and building a knowledge database for TCM theory, protokols, meridians and their 460 points with reference to difference protokols for diseases

[@pollyrockstar8652]

Looks like it’s the best app ever, especially for researcher. Thanks for sharing!

[@Simpletivity]

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@productiveyou7069]

Great explanation! Thanks Scott ☺ 👌

[@Simpletivity]

You're very welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@tubewatcher721]

I am trying to learn how to use Notion as a personal knowledge base and information repository so that everything is in one place.

[@Farnhamification]

I wish it had iOS Reminders/Calendars/Outlook integration.

[@Simpletivity]

Thanks for sharing your feedback.

[@jsabra1]

Does anyone know how he managed to get the template button to create a new entry ABOVE the button and now below it as it does by default?

[@anammorar]

thank you!

[@skottmellins4584]

Great video ! Congratulation. Also, at 0.29 sec of your video, you have a nice quick access to the notion's commands. How could we do that please? Is it an addon?

[@wrightselections]

Hi Scott, just wondering if you're still using Notion a year later, or if you are all Google now. I am overwhelmed with options at the moment, and already have Evernote Premium but it's been annoying me too!

[@Simpletivity]

I've been diving into Notion a lot more lately. Not necessarily as a replacement, but as a way to manage more spreadsheet/database type work.

[@wrightselections]

@@Simpletivity I know that I'm just overthinking things, but that's kind of my trademark, lol! I look forward to seeing more Notion (and everything else) videos from you in the future!

[@JohnnyOttosson85]

Knowledge base guy here :-)

[@santhoshanthony3347]

Good video

[@Afropufffgurl]

thank u!

[@thomasmeurling5358]

Hi, I really like Notion, but it's not replacing my Todoist or Evernote. I use it as my "vision board' and my own home website for good stuff to keep. My favorite is to store links with the /w function. Wish I could integrate Todoist daily tasks and have a more selective calendar.

[@Simpletivity]

I think this is a great tool for a home base as you describe. Thanks for sharing, Thomas.

[@kemosaabe]

Thanks for the video. Is there a way to 'mirror' To Do items in other To Do lists? For example, if I had three pages for projects, each with a To Do list, can I then decide to 'mirror' a couple from each list to a new Today list, so I can then just look at the today list? When I check off an item on Today, it auto checks it off also on the project list.

[@susanmoon5021]

Yes there is a way to achieve the mirroring that you want. What you describe is actually a classic use case for Notion's relational databases. // You start out by creating a master ToDo list containing items from all of the projects. Then you use "create linked database" function to create a linked copy of that Master ToDo list to each of your 3 project pages, as well as to your Today page. Then you use the "filter" function to only show those to-do items that you want for a particular page. This is where it gets a little complicated because in order to use the filter, you have to previously create separate Property columns in your Master ToDo list that enable you to effectively filter. For example, by having a project name column, and a "do today?" check box column. ... It sounds complicated but its really not so bad. Have fun with Notion.

[@noahshaju2401]

Hey there, I was wondering where you got your icons from? I'm really keen on getting them as well. And also much thanks for the useful video! Keep it up!

[@biosmarketing]

Can anyone just say how to make a page into a template? I can't find this simple step anywhere on the Internet!

[@eduardgaspar5673]

Hi just wonder can do handwriting with this app instead of typing text?

[@Simpletivity]

I don't believe that is an option at this point.

[@HomesickMac]

It's a workaround but I tend to handwrite in Notability or Apple Notes on iPad, then I just export it to Notion.

[@HomesickMac]

It's a workaround but I tend to handwrite in Notability or Apple Notes on iPad, then I just export it to Notion.

[@HomesickMac]

It's a workaround but I tend to handwrite in Notability or Apple Notes on iPad, then I just export it to Notion.

[@Juliocer89]

I AM a user. I like it because la very flexible but i need to learn more about ir!

[@Simpletivity]

Yes, an incredibly flexible tool. Thanks for sharing, Julio.

[@Emmie1223]

I use Notion for my productivity and because my ADHD can not handle tons of stuff! AHHHH! :)

[@Harndog]

Scott: Another potential template from Farnam Street fs.blog/2014/02/decision-journal/ . I believe the create template example using Farnam's Decision Journal can be a powerful tool. Why? The Notion blocks can amplify the process improves by integrating an action item like decision review into my existing systems (Google Calendar).

[@minmins7493]

video starts 4:48

[@williampowell3378]

Fantastic tool, but not natively built for data share housing like Evernote is.

[@mohsinraza2589]

u sound a bit like sal from khan academy lmao, like the accent and stuff

[@JH-dl6vu]

You sound like Chef John

[@nghianguyen1299]

🎉chau

[@fiorellagentilee]

5:47

[@Harndog]

Scott: Great video. Thank you. I want to create process templates for productivity processes I am currently using. Using your Create Template example, I like the 5 - 15 Report. I use this template from Brandvines: brandvines.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/5-15-for-Sample-Report.pdf . I want a template to use this process with the task and calendar features of Notion.

[@joe0212]

Y speaking so much. Be straight to the video title

[@arifbudiman2730]

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[@WyzrdCat]

It would be amazing if videos started giving relevant information at some point prior to the 5:00 mark. Seriously, this whole process takes about 10 seconds and you managed to make the video 10 MINUTES....

[@walterpastor2496]

Please create a real example step by step. Your video is confuse.

[@DeguzmanFrancisco]

Can you get to the point

[@the_yugandharr]

first half of the video is waste

[@andrew_designs]

dude get to the point of the video title!

[@NetanelColish]

Thank you!