Apps Like Penned: Private Notes for iPhone and iPad
Write, save, and share privately
Write handwritten with natural Apple Pencil input. Convert handwriting to text using on-device AI. Export as PDFs. Tag and search content without cloud storage. Access a clean, distraction-free interface without accounts or subscriptions.
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PageTurn
Stephen Coyle
Flip pages with facial gestures
Navigate PDFs using facial gestures to flip pages without hand movement. Make notes and highlights directly on sheet music or documents. Syncs with Apple Pencil for annotation and markup.
Word Count Notes
DRIP PRODUCTS LIMITED LIABILITY CO.
Words and characters
Create and edit text documents with and character counting. Import and export files via cloud services like iCloud and Dropbox. Generate PDFs and print documents. Convert text to speech. Access dark mode and local backups.
Design Keyboard - Theme, Emoji
TNEAR inc.
Customize keyboards with photos, designs, and themes
Customize a with photos, GIFs, and color themes. Apply photo themes instantly via search. Access themes from designers. Support for fonts and cute emojis.
Tayasui Memopad - Notes & Draw
SKETCHES SRL
And create with intuitive tools
Create and edit drawings with a variety of brushes, colors, and layers. Add text, shapes, and stickers to and sketches. Save, organize, and share drawings across devices. Suitable for both creative expression and note-taking.
Pen & Paper - Digital journal
Martin Diz
Sketch notes and export to PDF
Take notes with hand-drawn sketches, text, and diagrams. Use Apple Pencil for writing and drawing. Navigate pages with gestures and undo actions. Export notes to PDF. No ads or data collection.
JotNot Scanner App
MobiTech 3000 LLC
Scan, save, and share documents
Convert paper documents to clear, high-quality scans. Save as PDF or image files. Share scans directly via email or messaging. Edit and annotate scanned documents. Organize and search saved files. Print scans from any device.
Digital Study Planner Schedule
APPTERRA, TOO
Plan, add, and customize your
Create and manage daily and weekly schedules with a timeline . Add lessons, notes, and custom schedules. Personalize with icons and colors. Write notes by hand using a stylus and convert to text with AI.
ZoomNotes
Deliverance Software Ltd
Zoom in, sketch, and sync notes across
Create and edit handwritten notes and sketches on virtual paper, WhiteBoards, PDFs, images, and Microsoft Office documents. Zoom in and out extensively for detailed work. Sync notes between iPad and iPhone using iCloud.
Scratchpad: Virtual Whiteboard
Dito Technologies LLC
Sketch notes and track changes in real
Create digital whiteboards for note-taking. Add and remove notes freely. Maintain a full history of all entries. Collaborate in real-time with others. Export boards as images or PDFs. Organize boards into folders.
AJournal - Planner & Journal
WonderApps AB
Plan days, set goals, capture reflections
Allows users to plan daily, weekly, and monthly schedules, set goals, and record reflections. It supports handwriting, text, and image input.
CocoonWeaver: Audio Notes
The Origin AG
Record thoughts, ideas, and reflections privately
Record voice memos and text notes for personal use. Save and organize entries securely. Create private journals for thoughts, ideas, and reflections. Access content offline. Share notes selectively.
Ulysses: Writing App
Ulysses GmbH & Co. KG
Write, organize, and export documents seamlessly
Write and organize text documents with a distraction-free interface. Edit using markup syntax. Manage multiple projects and folders. Sync content across devices. Export to various formats including PDF and HTML.
Digital Notebook - Note Taking
APPSPRINGS, TOO
Take notes, draw, and annotate documents
Take notes, draw charts and sketches, and annotate documents. Keep a diary or track tasks. Use AI assistant for brainstorming, completing assignments, and finding information. Export notes in multiple formats and share directly.
MarginNote 3
Beijing Yunsi Software Technology Co., Ltd
Annotate books, create mindmaps, build flashcards
Read and annotate PDF and EPUB files. Create mind maps, flashcards, and study notes. Organize content with customizable tags and folders. Link annotations to build connections between ideas. Export notes and share directly.
Snippets: Quick Markdown Notes
Ming Li
Write , store files locally
Journal allows users to create and manage stored as .md files in a selected folder. are automatically sorted by date and can be created with a single tap. Users can edit, backup, or export files using any text editor.
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