Marginalis
Book Notes & Reading Journal
About
This app helps you capture and organize highlights from physical books. It allows you to save quotes, ideas, and summaries, and track your reading habits. Enjoy private AI-powered book summaries and share your favorite passages.
What's New in Marginalis
4.0
August 16, 2026
New in Version 4.0 What's New - Full Data Export — Download your entire library as Markdown in Settings (Pro feature) - App Search — Find your notes directly from device search and open them instantly Improvements - Fixed markdown formatting in synthesis - Improved list rendering performance - Better Synthesis Management — Swipe to delete or use the menu in detail view
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$4.99
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FAQ
What is Marginalis?
Marginalis is a reading journal designed for physical book readers. It helps you capture highlights, organize your library, and reflect on your reading experience.
How do I capture highlights in Marginalis?
You can capture highlights using your device's camera with Live Text, which automatically extracts text from pages. Alternatively, you can manually type in quotes, comments, page numbers, and tags.
What types of notes can I create in Marginalis?
Marginalis supports five types of notes: Quote, Idea, Question, Reaction, and Summary, allowing you to categorize your thoughts effectively.
Does Marginalis offer AI book summaries?
Yes, on supported devices, Marginalis can generate private AI book summaries powered by Apple Intelligence, processed entirely on your device.
How much does Marginalis cost?
Marginalis is free to download and use for up to 5 books with unlimited notes. A one-time unlock purchase of $2.99 provides unlimited books, Markdown export, and full reading stats.
Does Marginalis have ads?
No, Marginalis is built for privacy and does not contain any advertising SDKs or advertisements.
What devices does Marginalis support?
Marginalis is currently supported on iPhone and iPad devices, with seamless iCloud sync across them.
How often is Marginalis updated?
The latest version, 3.0, was released on May 20, 2026, indicating active development. Features like Collections and Kindle import are planned for future updates.