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Choosing the Right Note-Taking App

Ron Liu
3 min readMar 3, 2024

In the digital age, note-taking apps are essential tools for managing information and boosting productivity. I have been using Logseq and Obsidian for the past few years, but their lack of a sharing feature makes collaboration with my friends and family difficult. As a result, I am considering other tools. However, with so many options available, how can we decide which one to use?

Key consideration

Here are some key considerations:

  • Local Store or Cloud Store: Do you prefer to store your notes on your device or in the cloud? Local storage provides quicker access and increased privacy but may pose challenges for system integration and collaboration. Cloud storage, on the other hand, facilitates easy sharing and access from multiple devices.
  • Outliner or File: Which do you prefer for note-taking: an outline format or saving them as individual files? Outliners can help structure your thoughts and simplify your process, but they might not be ideal for writing lengthy articles. On the other hand, file-based systems could offer more flexibility.
  • API Availability: If you plan to interact with your notes programmatically or integrate with other apps using Zapier or Automate.io, consider whether the app provides an API.
  • Sharable or Not: If you plan to…

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Ron Liu
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