Note Taker HD

Note Taker HD

Versatile writing & PDF markup

141 ratings
595 reviews
$4.99

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Released
May 8, 2010
Updated
October 21, 2026

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About

This app allows for versatile handwritten note-taking and PDF annotation on iPad and iPhone. It offers features like zoomed ink, shapes, typed text, and image insertion, with flexible organization and sharing options.

โœ“Zoomed ink for detailed writing
โœ“PDF annotation capabilities
โœ“Insert photos and shapes
โœ“Typed text blocks
โœ“Organize with folders and tags
โœ“Export as PDF
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What users say about Note Taker HD

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What's New in Note Taker HD

7.3.0

October 21, 2026

Version 7.3.0 fixes issues with external screens. No other major changes.

User reviews

Love this APโ€™s

I have used Note Taker HD for about 15 years.

Long term winner

This was one of the first apps I bought for my first iPad. I use it less since I retired (more than ten years ago) but still find it handy and effective.

Still love this after all these years

This was the first, but not last, Notetaking app I downloaded, but after at least twelve years or so itโ€™s still my favorite. Itโ€™s basic and (mostly) simple to use, and thatโ€™s the charm. Anyone who wants a reliable app need not look any further.

Great app

Fantastic app, saved me tons of timeโ€ฆgreat app for engineering and sending exact information to customers. Superb

Text and sketching on the same page!

I have been using Note Taker HD for many years. It was the first note taking app I found where free-hand drawing and typed text can co-exist in same page. This is hands-down my favorite aspect of this app. Typed notes are so much more legible than hand-written. My handwriting is just so-so on regular paper and atrocious in sketch apps. As a bonus, the typed text remains as a text object rather than being incorporated into the page graphics, meaning the text can be edited at will.

My second favorite feature is the zoom window that opens at the bottom of the page. This provide much more precision when drawing and prevents errant marks from wrist-detection, which I find rarely works in sketch/note apps.

As mentioned above, every element on the page, including the page background, remains as a separate object. You may ask, โ€œso what?โ€ Well with each element remaining a distinct objet, that object can be moved, modified and even deleted without affecting other elements. For example, if you select a grid background because you are drawing mechanical-type illustrations, but donโ€™t want the grid visible on printed output, simply change to a blank background and output.

My only negative is that there is no direct way to export to Evernote, which is my document filing system. However, I use the โ€œoutputโ€ button and simply mail it to my Evernote email address which places it in my Inbox. Not really any different than capturing a drawing on paper using Scannable; I still have to type in a title and file it. With the Evernote email, I can get fancy with keywords in email subject to direct Evernote to place the note in desired notebook and assign desired tags to it.

Lastly, I had been using Penultimate, but became extremely annoyed with the constant pop up of โ€œCamera/Photoโ€ whenever touching stylus to iPad writing area, and itโ€™s inability to type in text directly. It appears Penultimate is now deprecated. So now Iโ€™m back to Note Taker HD, this time to stay.
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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Crashes when exporting PDFs

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Crashes when adding photos

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Crashes and loses data

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Exporting to email not working well

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Requested Features

9 requests

Evernote integration

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Ability to scroll between pages

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Ability to underline, bold or italicize typed text

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Ability to group objects together

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Voice recording and clip function

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Dropbox/iCloud sync and backup

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Ability to convert handwriting to text

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Folders and sub-folders for better organization

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Ability to rotate objects

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FAQ

What can I do with Note Taker HD?

Note Taker HD allows you to take handwritten notes and diagrams, annotate PDF files, and organize your documents. You can also insert photos, shapes, and typed text, with extensive options for customization and sharing.

How does the zoomed ink feature work?

The zoomed ink feature lets you zoom in on a page to write with more detail, as if using a very fine pen. This allows you to fit more text on a page and maintain clarity, with a zoomed-out overview visible simultaneously.

How is my data organized and shared?

Documents are organized using folders, tags, and date/time last modified. You can email pages as a single PDF, 'Open In' other apps, or print. Editable copies of documents can also be shared with others.

Is this app compatible with styluses?

Yes, the app is designed to work with iPad/iPhone-compatible styluses, allowing for more precise handwriting and drawing. It also includes features like a wrist guard to prevent accidental touches.

What are the main use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for students taking lecture notes, professionals annotating documents, artists sketching ideas, or anyone who prefers a digital handwritten note-taking experience with robust organization and PDF capabilities.