Artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in holding conversations with humans, but Goodnotes, a digital notetaking app, has taken it up a notch with new AI features that can read handwriting effectively enough to discuss it and even answer questions about it. With 24 million monthly active users, Goodnotes has introduced handwriting editing capabilities, a math-specific AI helper, and the Ask Goodnotes assistant, acting as a digital secretary for your notetaking needs.
The handwriting editing tools are particularly impressive as they bridge the gap between human writing and digital understanding. Powered by the proprietary Goodnotes Smart Ink technology, these tools convert handwritten notes into typed text, allowing users to edit their handwritten content much like they would with typed text in a document. Features such as aligning notes, copying and pasting handwritten text, and reflowing text for better logic enhance the overall notetaking experience.
In addition to existing Spellcheck and Word Complete tools for handwritten text, Goodnotes positions its AI handwriting editing capabilities as a way to combine the flexibility of pen-and-paper notetaking with the convenience of digital editing tools. The app’s AI capabilities are showcased in the following image:
AI Secretary
Ask Goodnotes, as its name suggests, allows users to ask questions about their notes, receive summaries, explanations of concepts, and even assistance in creating quizzes based on their notes. Whether you’re a student or attending a work presentation, this AI feature can help decipher your handwritten notes, provide insights on them days later, and aid in preparing for exams or discussions on the topics covered. It’s compatible not just with handwritten notes but also printed text, images, and PDFs. The personalized responses from the AI are tailored to link back to your notes for better context understanding.
The Math Assist feature focuses on assisting with mathematical equations hand-written in notebooks. It recognizes handwritten math problems, performs calculations to provide answers, and can even outline step-by-step solutions for problems ranging from basic arithmetic to complex calculus. Users can opt for full answers or hints, allowing for personalized learning experiences. Goodnotes is accessible on Apple devices with free usage of up to three notebooks. The full feature set is available for $10 annually or a one-time payment of $30 for a lifetime subscription.
“We’re continually impressed by the wealth of ideas and knowledge captured by our users in their Goodnotes notebooks. With Ask Goodnotes, we aim to empower users to engage with their notes, documents, and PDFs in innovative ways, enhancing productivity, creativity, and learning opportunities,” said Steven Chan, founder and CEO of Goodnotes. “Our new handwriting editing and math features leverage our proprietary machine learning models to streamline and enhance everyday notetaking and document annotation.”
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Conclusion:
In a world where digital tools are ubiquitous, Goodnotes stands out by seamlessly integrating AI capabilities into notetaking, offering users a unique blend of traditional and modern approaches. The AI Secretary feature, coupled with handwriting editing and math assistance functionalities, provides a holistic notetaking experience that caters to a wide range of users, from students to professionals. As technology continues to advance, Goodnotes remains at the forefront of innovation, empowering users to interact with their notes in ways that were previously unimaginable. With its user-centric approach and commitment to enhancing productivity and creativity, Goodnotes sets a new standard for digital notetaking apps in the modern era.
