# XNote-infinite boards & notes — whiteboard and PDF markup

> Unlimited whiteboards, PDF annotation, and notebook creation for productivity. (iPhone/iPad app by 华清 杨.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xnote-infinite-boards-and-notes/id1644300153 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [华清 杨](https://appshunter.io/developer/1643454681)
- Category: Productivity, Graphics & Design
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.57/5 from 76 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 40 MB
- Languages: Danish, English, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Chinese, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese
- Released: 2022-09-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xnote-infinite-boards-and-notes/id1644300153/reviews.md

## What is XNote?

XNote is a passionate app that hopes to slow you down~

XNote combines the ability of using unlimited whiteboards, annotating PDFs and creating notebooks in one, and is easy-to-use

You can use it to jot down inspiration, read professional materials and take daliy notes

In every possible scenario, Xnote wants to give you smooth experience

【simple and understated, relaxing and flexible】
We made XNote simple and understated, with no complicated buttons and no confusing controls
All the important features are at a glance and easy to operate
~ Keep the homepage as default and you'll find most of the files you want to edit
~ On the homepage, you can drag files directly into folders
~ You can quickly create a temporary draft with very simple gestures
~ By clicking the "+" button in the upper right corner, you can easily browse different files and web pages
~ You can take excerpts at any time while browsing files
Xnote will become more and more flexible in continuous improvement and iteration

【Pursue the details and control the whole】
We worked on the XNote like horticulturists, pruning the gaudy leaves and carving the key branches
You can create folders on the homepage to categorize files
Highly compatible with the original pen case gives you a silky writing experience
Text, picture, shape, search, every button is irreplaceable
You can use the "Search" button to search quickly, and locate the target locator pin with one click
You can edit and switch shapes at any time

【Sincere enthusiasm, aspirant and hardworking]
We want XNote to be as sincere and passionate as the people it serves
We hope that in the classroom, XNote accompanies the students to absorb the essence of knowledge with enthusiasm
We hope that in life, XNote accompanies people to record the happy moments of their daily life
We hope that at work, XNote accompanies everyone who strives to record the traces of their struggle

【XNote can】
Provide unlimited drawing boards allowing your thoughts and inspiration to extend infinitely
Support finger doodling and the original brush of system, making it more convenient for you to draw
Support viewing multiple documents simultaneously and inserting pictures, videos, files to enrich your notes
Create different shapes to help you highlight key messages quickly
Create locator pins to help you locate your target content
Support browsing the web, photos and files within the app, helping you integrate internal and external information and study efficiently
Search for notes quickly
......

【Easy to share】
One click export, support for sharing (supports images, PDFs, drafts, and can be shared to guga, goodnotes, notability, collanote, and noteshelf for use)

【Friendly reminder】
XNote is currently in a high-frequency iteration stage, and we are continuously working on new features, welcome to follow and explore!

【Report the issue】
Report bugs and crashes to us, and we'll be happy to fix any problem you encounter while using it
Email address：xnoteapp@163.com

【Contact us】
What do you expect from XNote, come and chat with us!
~ Your problems
~ Your advice
~ Your expectations
All of the above can be heared in XNote community
There are not only users like you, but also our R&D team
We believe that everyone here will be excited by the spark of inspiration
Contact our WeChat：li1299033501

## Key features

- Unlimited whiteboards
- PDF annotation
- Notebook creation
- File organization with folders
- Web, photo, and file browsing within the app
- Quick search functionality
- One-click export and sharing

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xnote-infinite-boards-and-notes/id1644300153/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Good but not

*2024-11-08, version 2.1.17*

They have a decent selection of handwriting tools that I felt was "just right" on meeting your basic note taking needs with enough to dd a smidge of creativity but not to much where it becomes overwhelming or cluttered with unnecessary or unneeded features. Unfortunately, that basically sums up the extent of this app. Everything else falls miserably short, from the page template or background options, to the typing features (can't change the font, size, color, or anything), with there be absolutely no different between a "board" or a "notebook"... Same exact thing, just an extra button to push placed under a different name.  Aside from the sort of decent toolbar features, there isn't much else this app has going for it.

### 3/5 — I like it but...

*2024-09-30, version 2.1.17*

Love now it writes and functions however I get a bit lost trying to figure it out compared to most other note apps.

### 4/5 — Very promising! But is buggy still.

*2024-01-29, version 2.1.17*

I really love the brushes, infinite canvas, and the fact that it is free. But there are some bugs I couldn’t get by and some missing features. 1) unable to delete the sticky note(s), I was playing around and noticed that the sticky notes are impossible to delete, even clicking the trash can wouldn’t remove it. 2) tape is a bit finicky but not impossible to get rid of, thankfully, but I did have to click the tape option again to get rid of it rather than inside the canvas. 3) need two finger pressing for undo, its tedious to use the arrow to backtrack over each time I make a mistake. There are several more, but these are the most prominent I’ve noticed. Would be easy 5 stars if those bugs and missing features are addressed! I’ll keep using the app in the meantime.

EDIT! I figured out how to fix the sticky note issue. It’s still stubborn to remove, but two finger tap got it deleted with the trash can option. Additionally, a feature I’d like to see added is the ability to ‘rotate’ the canvas because I write on a slant. Enjoying the app so far!

### 4/5 — 还可以

*2024-01-09, version 2.1.17*

设置内容有点匮乏
就目前功能的问题，
1、手指涂鸦关闭相当于全局双纸，不太合理，打开又不能选中已有内容，建议按钮放到外面或优化交互逻辑。
2、形状好像只能用默认的方形，只能先添加再改大小，而且最小尺寸为背景网格2*2，同时调节尺寸和位置没有自动吸附方格的功能开关。
3、文本字体大小没得改，太对不起白板功能了
4、遮贴必须开启手指涂鸦才能画出来，尺寸什么的不好掌控
5、形状和遮贴二次编辑尺寸，编辑点很难点中，编辑时不是调节边而是相对中心缩放

### 5/5 — 申请加入pdf文字高亮功能

*2023-12-30, version 2.1.17*

总体来说，用的挺好，感觉云备份还可以再换个更好点策略，谢谢开发者

## Frequently asked questions about XNote

### What is XNote?

XNote is a productivity app that combines unlimited whiteboards, PDF annotation, and notebook creation into a single, easy-to-use platform for jotting down inspiration, studying, and taking daily notes.

### Does XNote have ads?

No, XNote is ad-free, providing a distraction-free experience for users.

### What devices does XNote support?

XNote is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, offering a seamless experience across Apple devices.

### How often is XNote updated?

XNote is currently in a high-frequency iteration stage, with the latest update on July 21, 2023, indicating continuous improvement and new feature development.

### Can I export my notes from XNote?

Yes, XNote supports one-click export of images, PDFs, and drafts, which can be shared to other popular note-taking applications.

### What is the age rating for XNote?

XNote has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How does XNote help with studying?

XNote aids studying by allowing users to annotate PDFs, create unlimited whiteboards for brainstorming, and integrate external information by browsing web pages, photos, and files within the app.

### What makes XNote's interface user-friendly?

XNote features a simple and understated design with no complicated buttons, ensuring all important features are easily accessible and operable at a glance.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.17 — 2023-07-21

Improve the user experience and enhance the fluency when browsing the homepage

### 2.1.16 — 2023-07-17

Fix the bug that the file list cannot be displayed on the app homepage.

### 2.1.15 — 2023-07-12

Added PDF table of contents and page bookmarking function.
Added iCloud backup logic.
Added dark mode background.
Fixed crash issues.

### 2.1.14 — 2023-07-06

Optimize some data storage logic

### 2.1.13 — 2023-07-03

1.pdf page delete, copy, add blank pages
2. Notebook mode size issue fixed
3. Optimize the storage logic

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