Intro: A free, flexible note tool from Microsoft

Microsoft OneNote is a cost-free application that streamlines capturing ideas, lists, and reminders. It combines simple note creation with tools for arranging and distributing content, making it useful for both personal and collaborative work.

Keep your notes with you wherever you go

OneNote stores your pages in the cloud so your notebooks are available from any connected device. Whether you’re switching between computer, tablet, or phone, your edits sync so you can pick up exactly where you left off.

Core capabilities and editing options

  • Create new pages or update existing notes with typed text and hand-drawn sketches
  • Organize content with sections, tags, and search tools to find items quickly
  • Share notebooks and collaborate, or save copies to the cloud for easy access

Why people use it

Because it’s free and easy to use, OneNote is well suited to busy people who need a reliable way to record, organize, and share information across devices. The combination of editing flexibility, organization tools, and cloud syncing makes it a practical choice for students, professionals, and anyone who juggles multiple tasks.

Technical

Title
Microsoft OneNote
Requirements
  • Windows
  • Mac
Language
English
Available languages
  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Dutch
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Chinese (Simplified)
License
  • Free
Latest update
2025-10-14
Author
Microsoft

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