I love using a digital planner through the GoodNotes app—it’s the perfect on-the-go solution! Unlike a bulky paper planner, it’s compact, portable, and filled with features that make planning more fun and efficient. Since I primarily use GoodNotes, all the tips and tricks I’ll be sharing in this post are tailored to this platform.
Our new digital planners are fully hyperlinked, which means you can tap on the dividers to jump straight to the beginning of any month. Super quick and super convenient! Let’s dive into how you can set up and customize your new digital planner in GoodNotes.
1. How to Import Your Digital Planner Into GoodNotes
The very first step is getting your new planner into the app. Here’s how:
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Save your planner file to your device from your order.
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Open GoodNotes and tap the “New Document” button.
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Choose the option to Import a Template.
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Select your planner file, and it will open up in GoodNotes.
Once your planner is imported, you’re all set to start customizing and planning your days!
Pro Tip: Try tapping the dividers right away to make sure the hyperlinks are working correctly.
2. How to Make Your Handwriting Look Neat
One of the best parts of digital planning is handwriting—but it can sometimes be tricky to make it look polished. Here are a couple of ways to keep things looking neat:
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Zoom In: When writing, pinch to zoom in on your page. This gives you more space to write cleanly.
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Take Your Time: Slowing down just a little can make a big difference.
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Use Text Boxes: If you’d rather keep everything uniform, use a font instead of handwriting. You can choose from GoodNotes’ built-in fonts or import your own.
Bonus: Save your favorite font and size as a preset. GoodNotes only lets you save one preset, so I recommend choosing the one you use most often.
Extra Tip: Trying a screen protector like Paperlike can make handwriting feel smoother and more natural—almost like writing on real paper.
3. How to Import a Custom Cover
Why settle for the default look when you can make your planner uniquely yours? Here’s how to add a custom cover:
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Open your planner and go to the first page.
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Tap the Add Page (+) button in the top right corner.
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Select Add Page Before.
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From the dropdown menu, choose Image.
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Browse your camera roll and select your cover image.
That’s it! You now have a personalized cover at the front of your planner.
Tip: You can swap covers anytime, so feel free to change them seasonally or whenever you’re in the mood for a refresh.
Final Thoughts
Once you’ve imported your planner and tried out these basics, you’ll see how easy and fun digital planning can be. With GoodNotes, everything you need to stay organized is just a tap away—plus, you can make it as personalized and creative as you like.
Ready to try it out? Our fully hyperlinked digital planners will be available soon, designed to make your planning smooth, stylish, and stress-free.