# SMART Notebook for iPad

> Interactive lesson creation and editing tool for educators and students. (iPhone/iPad app by SMART Technologies.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-notebook-for-ipad/id554245373 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SMART Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/433502125)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.12/5 from 104 App Store ratings · 108 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 104 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
- Released: 2012-08-31
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-notebook-for-ipad/id554245373/reviews.md

## What is SMART Notebook for iPad?

** Now featuring SMART Notebook Maestro which connects SMART Notebook for iPad to SMART Notebook software. Visit http://go.smarttech.com/notebook-maestro-download to download the Notebook Maestro Add-On to enable this feature in SMART Notebook desktop. **

SMART Notebook for iPad is a light version of the SMART Notebook collaborative learning software. Using this app, you can both use and edit SMART Notebook lesson activities for individual and collaborative learning with an iPad. 

Features 

• Pens and Erasers. Draw and write using colored digital pens and highlighters, and choose from multiple ink colors including Crayon and Calligraphic Ink, pen thicknesses and eraser sizes. 
• Text. Insert or edit typed text and change the font type, color, size and justification on the page using Text Properties. 
• Objects. Organize information and change the page layout. Tap to move, rotate or scale an object.
• Double-tap or tap and hold an object to cut, copy, paste, lock and unlock objects or to change their order. Double-tap or tap and hold an object to activate the Infinite Cloner and to change the sound properties. 
• Shape and Line tool. Add shapes and lines to your file and choose the fill color, line color and thickness. 
• Photos. Make files visual by inserting photos from the iPad Camera and Camera Roll. 
• Sound. Enhance the auditory experience by adding sound recordings to objects. Double-tap or tap and hold an object to view the context menu and record a new sound. 
• Share files. Share SMART Notebook files by e-mailing or upload to your iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or Google Drive account. 
• Integrated with iCloud Drive, Dropbox, and Google Drive. Keep your SMART Notebook files up-to-date across multiple devices with iCloud Drive/Dropbox/Google Drive integration. One tap on the iCloud Drive/Dropbox/Google Drive icon in the SMART Notebook app for iPad file manager and you can quickly login to your iCloud Drive/Dropbox/Google Drive account to download or upload SMART Notebook files. 
• SMART Notebook Maestro: Connect your iPad to SMART Notebook Desktop
• Multi select using marquee select
• Group/ Ungroup annotations
• Auto group ink
• Integrated assessment. Easily complete assessments using SMART Response VE. 
• Display content. Show content from an iPad on an interactive whiteboard for the whole class to see using AirPlay and an Apple TV or using an HDMI or VGA cable with the proper connectors.
• Save As. Save the file with a new name to create multiple copies with unique file names. 
• Revert to Original. With one tap, you can quickly reset a file to the original version for another group of students to complete.

## Key features

- Digital pens and highlighters
- Text insertion and editing
- Object manipulation and organization
- Shape and line tools
- Photo and sound integration
- Cloud storage integration
- Interactive assessment tools

## What do users think of SMART Notebook for iPad?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- ✍️ Excellent writing and stylus responsiveness
- 🎓 Great for teaching and classroom instruction
- 📱 Works well with iPad and Apple Pencil
- 🆓 Free app for educational purposes
- 📂 Can open and edit Notebook files from desktop
- 🎨 Good drawing and annotation tools
- 🔊 Sound recording feature works well
- 📊 Useful for small group and one-on-one instruction
- 💾 Easy file sharing via email

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing
- 💾 Data loss and unsaved work
- 🔌 Google Drive and Dropbox integration broken
- ⏱️ No auto-save functionality
- 📺 No full-screen or presentation mode
- 🚫 Missing core desktop features
- ⚠️ App loses work when switching between apps
- 🖊️ Limited pen colors and styles
- 📦 Minimal file management capabilities
- ⛔ No ungroup or unlock object features
- 🔄 Inconsistent performance across devices
- 🎬 Flash and animated objects don't work
- 📝 Text editing issues and cursor problems
- 🖐️ Poor palm rejection with Apple Pencil
- ❌ No cloud storage integration

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when opening .notebook files
- Freezes when advancing slides
- Work disappears after closing app
- Files not saving properly
- App crashes when adding photos
- Google Drive connection disabled
- Dropbox integration not working
- Erasing on iPad doesn't erase on Smart Board
- Writing appears offset from stylus position
- Files saved to wrong location
- App gets stuck on save screen
- Memory issues with large files
- Animated graphics not functioning
- Flash objects not displaying
- Text cursor stuck at beginning of text box
- Pen tool not working
- Shapes not loading properly
- App freezes when editing creative pen
- Black screen on iPad launch
- App won't delete properly
- Files become blank after saving
- Inconsistent file opening from cloud storage

**Most requested features**

- Full-screen and presentation mode
- Auto-save functionality
- Google Drive and Dropbox integration
- Ungroup and unlock object features
- More pen colors and line styles
- Screen shade feature from desktop version
- Delete individual objects (not just pages)
- Group and ungroup objects
- Laser pointer or cursor tool
- Recording and video export options
- PDF export functionality
- Better file organization and search
- Ability to reorder pages by dragging
- Copy and paste slide functionality
- More fonts and text formatting options
- Transparent backgrounds for images
- Hyperlink support
- Activity Builder and Lesson Activity Toolkit games
- Learning objects and gallery items
- Timer and cover-up features
- Eraser circle gesture (like desktop version)
- OneDrive integration
- Better toolbar customization
- Anti-screen-lock feature

## Recent user reviews (10 of 108)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-notebook-for-ipad/id554245373/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I have a question

*2024-06-27*

Does your app have in-app purchases?

### 1/5 — They , need to delete this app

*2023-12-17*

This app is annoying. I haven’t even had it for 4 days I had to delete it it was so annoying. It wouldn’t even let me save my stuff I was trying to save it to my other device and straight up just kick me out. All of my stuff is gone. Do not get this app.

### 5/5 — She is lying

*2023-11-29*

This App is so good and it doesn’t freeze so I’m lucky

### 5/5 — Fantastic

*2023-08-21*

Love this app. Lizzy Yarwood, I also plays teacher with my friends. I understand that the error is frustrating, but your language is preposterous. 😬😅

### 1/5 — I HATE IT!!!!!!!!!!

*2023-07-26*

So me and my best friend play teachers together over FaceTime, and I was the teacher. And I had made about 30 PowerPoints to play, but then when I was playing it, it kicked me off and I think that is COMPLETELY OUTRAGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!! 😡😡😡😡😡😡🤬🤬🤬🤬. So what happened is I was on my like 10th powerpoint and it kicked me off. Then, when I went back onto the app, I saw nearly ALL my PowerPoints gone. I only had 4 PowerPoints because it had deleted 26. 😡😡😡 U should fix this app as soon as u can. Also, GIVE ME MY POWERPOINTS BACK BECAUSE YOU LIKE THEM SO MUCH, THAT U WANT TO TAKE THEM FOR Y O U R S EL F F F F F F F F F!!!!!!!! Anyways, cheerio! 😄

### 5/5 — It is really good

*2023-07-19*

It is really good but please please why can I not rub out lines or change pen colour or the grey cover and the blue words so when you tap on them you go to safari and you can watch it whenever you want with little puzzle piece like smart notebook 19 please please please

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2023-02-15*

It is a really good app. I use it when I virtually teach my students, and in-person.

### 5/5 — It’s great for teaching

*2022-10-09*

I use this for teaching in my classroom

### 5/5 — BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS FOR AGES!! <3

*2022-09-21*

My teacher uses this at school and I have been looking for this for ages, I use it to teach my sister. Amazing <3

### 1/5 — Total ball ache

*2022-05-18*

Got new iPad 2021 put this app and Google drive can’t be accessed when I download to iPad it won’t open there either a total and utter waste of time, unlike promethean

## Frequently asked questions about SMART Notebook for iPad

### What does SMART Notebook for iPad do?

SMART Notebook for iPad allows you to create and edit interactive lesson activities directly on your iPad. It's a lighter version of the desktop SMART Notebook software, designed for both individual and collaborative learning experiences.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include digital pens and erasers for drawing, text tools for typing and formatting, object manipulation for organizing content, shape and line tools, photo and sound integration, and seamless sharing via email or cloud storage like iCloud Drive, Dropbox, and Google Drive.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### What devices is SMART Notebook for iPad compatible with?

This application is designed for the iPad. It also offers integration with SMART Notebook Maestro, which connects the iPad app to the SMART Notebook desktop software.

### How can I share my created lessons?

You can easily share your SMART Notebook files by e-mailing them directly from the app. Additionally, you can upload your files to cloud storage services such as iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or Google Drive for easy access and sharing across devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3 — 2017-11-21

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

• Adds the familiar creative pen tool and styles from the desktop version
• Support for object animation
• Additional support for page links
• Fixes Google Drive integration
• Fixes Dropbox integration

### 3.2 — 2016-04-14

• Adds support for keyboard shortcuts when editing text
• Fixes the problem with ink appearing under your palm while using Apple Pencil
• Makes the default ink size thinner
• Fixes a crash when playing sounds on 64-bit iPads
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 3.1 — 2016-03-07

• Fixes a crash

### 3.0 — 2016-02-22

• Updated to take advantage of the full screen on iPad Pro
• Fixes issues with lag/missed pen strokes when using an Apple Pencil
• Adds support for copy and paste of images and text from other apps (Safari, Notes, Photos, etc)
• Adds iCloud Drive integration
• Adds support for custom creative pens
• Adds the ability for other apps to directly open SMART Notebook files in SMART Notebook for iPad
• 64-bit compatibility
• Fixes a number of crashes and bugs (Maestro included)

### 2.7.20 — 2014-12-15

This version works with Notebook 14.2+ and includes new compatibility for Notebook 14.3.
Fix issue when drag and drop grouped annotations.
Fix crash on iOS 8 when camera is disabled from the general settings.
Maestro: sync flipped objects.
Fix rotation of jpg images with EXIF orientation.
Fix drag and drop objects with sound or file attached.

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