Direct Document Access: Edit and Sync PDFs in GoodNotes from iCloud and Local Folders
Situation:
As a frequent user of GoodNotes, my primary activity involves editing PDF files. I import numerous documents into the app to annotate and review them using my Apple Pencil. These edits include highlighting key information and jotting down spontaneous thoughts. Once edited, I export these PDFs to store them in my personal file system, including iCloud, for access through various other tools like Obsidian or Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Improvement:
I propose an enhancement where GoodNotes can directly link to specific folders on iCloud or local storage on a MacBook. Instead of importing PDFs into GoodNotes' internal storage, this feature would allow GoodNotes to display and edit PDFs directly from their original locations. Any changes made within GoodNotes would automatically update the original PDF files in their respective folders.
Benefits:
This integration would streamline the workflow significantly by:
• Reducing Redundancy: Eliminate the need for multiple imports and exports of the same file, saving time and storage space.
• Enhancing Productivity: Allow for a more fluid transition between GoodNotes and other applications, facilitating a more integrated digital workspace.
• Maintaining File Integrity: Ensure that all annotations and edits are directly saved to the original file, maintaining a single, consistent version.
Call to Action:
If you also juggle between GoodNotes and other applications for file access and editing, you understand the value of seamless integration. Support this suggestion to bring more flexibility and efficiency to our GoodNotes experience, making it a true powerhouse for PDF management.