So here's our take on the top tips you need to get the most out of Evernote. But that's the price we'll pay if we want to keep this service around. Now, it's having trouble monetizing its platform: a buzzwordy way of saying it needs to make money, and that's why it's killing products like Clearly and charging for things that used to be free. It was one of the first Silicon Valley 'unicorns,' a company valued at a billion dollars before it made a cent. The competition from Microsoft, the totally free OneNote, is also worth considering as it's better for taking typed notes-but as an info storehouse, Evernote can't be beat.Įvernote's got some issues, business-wise. From what you can store to how you store it, there's plenty to try.

There are no lack of methods and best practices for getting the most out of the service. There is even a version for Business users who want document sharing and collaboration tools in their teams.Įxtras are great, but they don't spell out just how to use Evernote. That doesn't even take into account the ecosystem of third-party software, apps, and services that make it a breeze to add items to your Evernote repository. There are also Evernote extensions for Web browsers, a handwriting and drawing app for iPads, even hardware that makes it especially helpful to input hard copy info into the service, including a special scanner (Opens in a new window). If you want full access on everything, as in the past, you need to pay for Premium Evernote. 19, if you have the free basic version, you can only sync notes to a max of TWO devices (not counting the Web-based interface). However, there is a new wrinkle: as of Aug. Every single one of those interfaces has earned our Editors' Choice award.

You can add to or access info on Evernote from the Web, full desktop programs for Windows (which we give a full five stars in our review) and Mac, or via mobile devices like iPhone, iPad, Android, or Windows Phone. The more you add, the more useful it becomes. Evernote is, quite simply, an online spot to store anything and everything you might find of interest, to read or utilize later. Some call it a note-taking service, or an organization tool, or an archiving platform, but none of those terms are enough to convey just how much you can do with it. You've probably heard of Evernote (Opens in a new window). How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill.How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.How to Block Robotexts and Spam Messages.

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