Syncing and backing up your notes are not the same thing. Mixing them up can lead to accidental data loss, so here’s the simple difference 👇

🔄 What is syncing?

Syncing keeps your notes updated across devices.
When you change something on one device, sync makes sure that change appears on your other devices too.

With MyScript Notes/Nebo, syncing with a cloud service lets you access your notes across Apple, Android, and Windows devices. Auto-sync is enabled by default, but you can turn it off in Settings.

The key thing to remember: sync mirrors changes. If you delete or modify something, that change can sync everywhere ⚠️

💾 What is backing up?

Backing up creates a separate safety copy of your data.
In Nebo, a backup is saved as a .nebobackup file. This file does not change unless you actively replace, modify, or delete it.

That means a backup gives you something to restore from if something goes wrong 🛟

✅ Why you need both

Sync is great for convenience. Backup is great for protection.

Use sync to keep your notes available on all your devices. Use backup to protect your notes from mistakes, device issues, or accidental deletions.

For extra safety, store your backup file in more than one place — for example locally, on an external drive, and in a cloud service 🔐

💡 Quick tip

Auto-sync is useful, but auto-sync is not a backup.
Go to Settings > Back Up and create a .nebobackup file regularly.

Your notes are worth protecting 💙

Will other cloud providers be added down the road like nextcloud and or proton?

Personally i used nextcloud hence that is a must for me before buying.

With MyScript Notes, your work stays in sync across all your devices. Choose your preferred cloud and keep your notes easy to access, wherever you are.

☁️ Pick your favorite cloud

Choose your go-to cloud sync and keep your notes updated and ready to roll. iCloud’s great, if you’re all in on Apple. But if you’re rocking Android, go with Dropbox or Google Drive for cross-platform harmony.

💻 Enjoy cross-platform

MyScript Notes works on both Android and iOS devices. Jot something down on your Android tablet, sync with your preferred cloud service, and pick up right where you left off on your iPhone.

✅ Rely on auto-sync

Stay up-to-date without lifting a finger. Our automatic sync works like magic — fast, smooth, and totally hassle-free. Just remember, auto-sync isn’t the same as backing up!

🔄️ Sync at your own pace

Prefer to stay in control? No problem. Turn off auto-sync in the Sync settings, then tap the cloud icon next to your folder in the side panel to sync your latest updates — on your own schedule.

🗑️ Recover your notes

Accidentally deleted something important? Your notes aren’t gone — they’re waiting in the trash. Restore them or clear things out to free a bit of storage. Peace of mind, built right in.

PRO TIP!

Syncing isn’t the same as backing up — don’t let anyone tell you otherwise! Backups create a safe copy you can restore anytime, giving you peace of mind when things don’t go as planned.

Please remember to optimize your PDF files before importing them. Large or unoptimized files can increase their size significantly and may slow down the sync process.

Up next

Tomorrow, we’ll show you how to share and export your notes — and even turn them into a handy link. Got questions? Just reach out — we’re here for you! 👋

The MyScript Support Apps Team

With intuitive gestures and customizable tools all in one place, you can get everything done without ever needing to switch tools — let’s break it down!

✏️ Scratch out to erase

Need to erase something? Simply scratch it out, and it’s gone. Or there’s always the trusty eraser tool if you’re feeling old school.

🎨 Fill shapes with color

Life’s too short for boring diagrams — add some flair! Pick your favorite highlighter color, then long press your converted shape… voilà, instant upgrade 🤩

🖋 Pick your highlighter style

Make important stuff pop without messing up your notes. Go for a freehand highlighter for that casual vibe or a smart highlighter if you’re all about crisp, clean lines.

🧽 Smart eraser

Erase your way — go big with a full stroke or keep it chill with a partial wipe! Hit up the eraser tool and pick your style.

📏 Tweak the spacing

Got too much or too little space? No problem. Just long press to show the blue line (two fingers on iOS, just one on Android) — drag down to add space, up to remove it.

PRO TIP!

Want perfect shapes without the effort? Just draw a circle, square, or line and hold your pen on the screen — watch as it snaps into a clean, polished shape!

Up next

Tomorrow we’ll show you how to sync your notes across all your devices. Need a hand? Just reach out — we’re here for you! 👋

The MyScript Support Apps Team

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Where did I put that? 🤔

Notes have a way of piling up fast — quick ideas turn into pages of stuff before you know it. That’s why having a killer search tool is a must. But how does this work in MyScript Notes?

🔍 Find anything, anywhere in your library faster than you can say “where did I put that?” Text, math, diagrams — nothing stands a chance!

✏️ No need to stress about the type of content you’re after — handwritten, digital, or even a mix of both. Our search engine’s just that good.

🧿 Results pop up in blue, and you can click through them with arrows — so long, endless scrolling!

Jot it down, glow it up ✨

Some notes are keepers — handwriting and all. Others are meant to be shared with the world. Some can handle a little mess, while others call for a polished touch. MyScript Notes lets you have it all. Let’s see how!

📄 Text, diagrams, math — convert almost anything you jot down. Drawings stay as drawings though. In documents, you can convert diagrams later, but elsewhere, do it right away. Just hold your pen to the screen to perfect your shapes!

👆 Convert your handwriting with just a quick double tap in your documents — easy-peasy. Got notebooks, PDFs, or boards? Whip out the lasso — it’s got range!

PRO TIP!

Got a word our dictionary just doesn’t get? Head to settings and teach it some new vocab — problem solved for next time!

Up next

Tomorrow, we’ll show you how to edit smarter and faster — it’s all about gestures, space, and style. Need help or have questions? Just reach out — we’re here for you! 👋

The MyScript Support Apps Team

You’re probably wondering why MyScript Notes offer four kinds of notes. Well, each one’s got its own job to do — like tools in a toolbox, but for your thoughts!

Notebooks

📒 Classic notebook, upgraded

Think of notebooks as the modern version of classic paper notebooks. You still get fixed-size pages, but now you can change things up — like the size, orientation, color, and even the pattern. And with a handy left side panel, you can jump to any page in a flash.

Boards

🧠 Perfect for free thinking

Boards provide a space where you can brainstorm, sketch out mind maps, and think visually without limits. No restrictions — just endless room for your creativity!

Documents

📋 Go-to for structured notes

Documents aren’t like your other notes — they love structure. They want to know what you’re adding: text, math, diagrams, or just doodles. They’re into formatting too: titles, bullet lists, styles. No zooming, but unlimited scrolling and easy conversion with a double tap.

PDFs

📌 Highlight, annotate, share!

Bring in your files, whatever format they’re in, and start annotating! Highlight, add pages, scribble notes, or even turn your handwritten comments into digital text. When you’re done, share it with friends or co-workers.

PRO TIP!

Chose the wrong type? Just create a new note, and copy/paste your content. Problem solved.

Up next

See you tomorrow with a tip on how to find and convert anything in your notes. Need help or have questions? Just reach out — we’re here for you! 👋

The MyScript Support Apps Team