Notes Plus X

Notes Plus X

Handwriting Notes & PDF Markup

56 ratings
115 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 3 Sep 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 14, 2021
  • October 29, 2023
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Capture handwritten notes, mark up PDFs, and create multimedia documents with advanced tools. Convert handwriting to text, record audio, and organize notes in folders. Offers a distraction-free experience with powerful features for productivity.

Handwritten note-taking with Apple Pencil
PDF markup and highlighting
Handwriting to text conversion
Audio recording with notes
Multimedia note creation
Cloud file service integration
Rich text typing
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What's New in Notes Plus X

1.17

October 29, 2023

- Major bug fixes. - Update to iOS 17 and Apple Pencil compatibility

User reviews

Apple Pencil Pro not fully supported

I have used Notes Plus on my iPad mini with apple pencil 1st Gen no issues pencil is fully supported.
So, I purchased a 2024 iPad Air M2 & the Apple Pencil Pro... Notes Plus does not fully support the Pencil Pro, I purchased Notes Plus X thinking I just needed to upgrade.... Nope Notes Plus X also does not fully support the Pencil Pro.

What Gives, Viet Tran ???
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Power User - Disappointed

I have been using Notes Plus for years and just attempted to switch to Notes Plus X. This app does not function well and has many issues with the handwriting recognition. I am disappointed that I spent the money on this. My original Notes Plus app is not working now and I am going to have to switch to another platform.
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I still use it and am very happy!

I have to chime in here…
I've read other reviews and can't speak to their experience, but I haven’t lost anything.
I've tried notability and goodnotes and other writing apps and there are some things this app just gets so right!
Above all, the effortless way of circling anything, then rotating, shrinking/expanding it, or moving it around. It's so basic and powerful, I dislike working with pen and paper!
I love the ease of a back-and-forth horizontal line deleting anything it touches.
And the conversion to text does surprisingly well!
I would've given it 4.5 stars because a gesture for undo (instead of tapping that small button) would make things more fluid (3-finger drag left, like iPhone?), and a cut command, in addition to copy and delete in the contextual menu for highlighted text would be helpful.

But it's an extraordinary app for something as primal as writing, where one wants immediacy, ease of use and intuitiveness.
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Fall off

It used to be a very stable and great App. The support is not responding now and backups are incompatible with new versions.

Can’t open pdfs

It would be nice if you could actually open a pdf in a program designed for that purpose. FAIL!

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inability to open or import PDF files

Bug

Disappearing handwritten content

Bug

Crashing when changing notebook names

Bug

Syncing issues with OneDrive and Google Drive

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Improved PDF annotation and editing

Feature

Easier file management and organization

Feature

Gesture-based controls for common actions

Feature

Expanded cloud storage integration options

Feature

FAQ

What can I do with Notes Plus X?

Notes Plus X allows you to take handwritten notes, mark up PDFs, type text, convert handwriting to text, record audio while taking notes, and create multimedia notes with images and photos. You can also organize your notes in folders and store them on cloud file services.

How does the handwriting experience work?

The app offers a superb handwriting experience using Apple Pencil or any capacitive stylus, even your finger. It features patented vector-based inking effects for various pen styles and smart gestures for easy editing and selection.

Is Notes Plus X free to use?

Based on the provided information, Notes Plus X is a paid application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model.

What devices is Notes Plus X compatible with?

The application is designed for iPad and utilizes the Apple Pencil, suggesting it is optimized for iOS and iPadOS devices. It also supports integration with cloud file services for storage.

Can I use Notes Plus X for more than just notes?

Yes, you can use Notes Plus X for various productivity tasks such as creating to-do lists, daily planners, and journal entries. Its PDF markup and drawing tools also make it suitable for sketching and detailed document annotation.