The only downside was that the app was only compatible with iOS devices.

Luckily, Goodnotes finally released a Windows version, and here are the things you better know.

So, if you need more notes, youll have to upgrade to one of the paid subscriptions.

Screens with Windows 11 and the GoodNotes app window.

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The major difference is the pricing and iOS features exclusive to Goodnotes Pro.

These include AI typing, AI math assistance, and practice materials for exams like SATs.

A GoodNote Pro subscription lets you use Goodnotes on iOS, Android, Windows devices, or the web.

The sign-in options for Goodnotes on Windows.

Here are some of the cool features I used.

I was very impressed to see different music sheet options, so you might write music using the app.

There are also blank pages for drawing or jotting down ideas freely.

The ‘Goodnotes for Windows’ option highlighted.

The best part is customizing your own templates to make your notes exactly how you like.

Goodnotes lets you view and edit your notes, and they will sync when your connection is restored.

This makes it easy to copy and paste elements onto your notes or rearrange notes.

Tap or click ‘Goodnotes Pro.'

It’s as simple as selecting the lasso tool and drawing a line around the diagram.

For instance, there should be more instructions on how to navigate the app.

This is especially necessary for first-time users who have never used Goodnotes before.

A variety of paper formats displayed in Goodnotes.

It would be helpful to see some instructions pop up when you hold your cursor over tools.

But having a search bar would make it quicker.

The Planner page in Goodnotes, with a few different views visible.

Selecting the heart diagram in Goodnotes.

Click the ‘Share’ button on Goodnotes.

Tap or click ‘Marketplace’ to check out new features, templates, formats, and more.