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  1. Cannot use Pixel in GN5.

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  2. Can we give GoodNotes access to our location so we can have our notes location stamped in the Document Info section? That way we can also search for our notes based on location. Notes at home vs at the library.

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  3. I have recently upgraded to Goodnotes 5 and loving it... however I've noticed that it's a lot harder to write neatly in the new version (i.e. my notes seem a lot messier). I'm using an Ipad pro with apple pencil (1) and the ball point pen selected. Is there any reason for this / a way to fix?

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  4. My English is not so good, so I have prepared a video to prove, how useful the Quick shape is. Viedo URL

    https://youtu.be/zOcUfW7dcTY

    or see the attachment

    4 votes

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  5. I think it would be nice to have more buttons in the top bar(there is enough space available) where you can customize pen or highlighter options and save them for quick access. An example could be button #1 pen color = blue, thickiness = 8 button #2 color = blue, thickness = 16.

    4 votes

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  6. I would like to be able to change from pen to highlighter with a single key. P to pen, H to highlighter, for example. Would save me time, something that simple. Also, it would look way more pro.

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  7. When working on a dark background, all GoodNotes highlighters are soo hard to see. they lose their color after I take off my pencil.

    There must be optional setting that colors stay the same, as in Notability.

    Yet, another reason for me why I have to use Notability.

    4 votes

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  8. We are already able to copy an image to clipboard with the lasso tool.
    Would be great if we could insert that image later again.
    At the moment we need to safe it to photos and insert it from there, which can quickly mess up our photos.

    4 votes

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  9. Possible portals: goodnotes.online for backups and goodnotes.live for doc sharing for example?

    4 votes

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  10. I imported a PDF file from marginnote and I can't copy the images in the PDF

    4 votes

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  11. Wie wäre es mit einer Stempel Funktion um sich eigene Stempel zu erstellen und diese zB mit bei Unterschriften einzufügen?
    Natürlich kann man das via Bilder machen - aber dies zu integrieren wäre natürlich netter

    4 votes

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  12. I would like to suggest adding an opacity control (0–100%) to pen tools such as the fountain pen, ballpoint pen, brush pen, pencil, highlighter, and tape pen.

    This feature would allow for greater flexibility and precision in note-taking, highlighting, and creative work.

    3 votes

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  13. An actual 2-page view, not the clunky new window stuff.

    I dislike that threads requesting a 2-page view in landscape mode were commented as “resolved” by Goodnotes with the release of new windows modes. Using the Split View mode for viewing two pages at once is super clunky. You have to awkwardly scroll twice and activate tools twice, etc. there should be a way to see two pages at once of a notebook IN THE SAME WINDOW.

    3 votes

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  14. The recognition speed for drawing perfect lines, curves, and shapes is too slow. Would it be possible for the software to automatically identify the image and turn it into a perfect shape after I draw a relatively rough line? Otherwise, a lot of time will be wasted waiting for the drawing to become a perfect shape.

    3 votes

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  15. Good afternoon, I am writing to tell you that I have been a goodnotes user for approximately 5 years. I am testing the new update you have made, and I have a negative comment. I wanted to tell you that I have found the control of the shapes a little uncomfortable. When selecting a line for example, the blue dots that appear at the ends to edit the shape are a little annoying. Previously (a few months ago), when you selected a shape, those dots reduced their size to the thickness (approximately) of the shape line, even when zooming in.…

    3 votes

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  16. Please, could you add the option of being able to insert equations and characters directly with the keyboard. Just as it is done in Microsoft Word, it would help and speed up the process of inserting and writing equations directly with the keyboard of the iPad or computer

    3 votes

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  17. I propose developing a tool that allows users to lasso-select content directly in Goodnotes and instantly convert it into editable Anki flashcards. This workflow streamlines note reviewing for medical and other students by removing tedious copy-paste steps and adding smart options for automated question creation or image occlusion—all without leaving your Goodnotes workspace.

    Key Features:

    Lasso-select content in Goodnotes (text, sketches, images)​​

    Instantly export selected content as an Anki flashcard

    Choose flashcard type: basic, image occlusion, or custom

    Option to auto-generate questions using AI

    Manual question entry supported

    Automatic deck creation based on lecture/file metadata

    Simple workflow, no need for…

    3 votes

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  18. Handwriting mindmap is soooo needed! there are few apps can do this, but if it is combined in goodnotes, i am sure there will be much more subscribers

    The only app i can find with the features is Tmind.

    hope to see these feature launched soon!

    3 votes

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  19. Thank you for improving the toolbar customisation with your latest updates to version 7.0.15.
    However, it would be very helpful, if it would be possible to have the writing tools also integrated in the main toolbar. I use the laser, the fountain pen, the highlighter and the eraser for presenting slides in my lectures. I have to switch very often between the writing tool and the laser during the lecture and with the current setup, there is always an extra click, when I want to switch between the laser and a writing tool, since I have to open first the…

    3 votes

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  20. PLEASE make it to where we can move selected items across pages without having to copy and paste!!!!

    3 votes

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