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Xournal++

Handwritten note-taking and PDF annotation using pen input and pressure sensitivity, shape drawing, customizable toolbar layouts, image insertion, audio recording, multi-language options, LaTeX integration, and complete export in PDF or PNG formats across all platforms.

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Comment summary: Xournal++ is praised for its versatility in note-taking and PDF annotation, particularly with Wacom tablets and active pen support. Users appreciate its open-source nature, active development, and cross-platform compatibility. While many commend its simplicity and ease of use, one comment notes potential CPU and battery strain. It is highly regarded for handwritten notes, mathematics, LaTeX input, and stylus support, making it a valuable tool for educators and students alike.
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sfn6sdf2
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free PDF annotation software that is actively developed and cross platform

SoapySuspects
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This combined with a graphic tablet is a straightforward experience for note-taking. Also a tip: if you're on Windows and want to create xopp files quickly through the File Explorer context menu, use the MS PowerToys app and use the New+ feature to create a template for the xopp file.

Fnalternativeto Lnalternativeto
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This is a secret weapon that few know exist.

mech23132
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Simple and productive

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TBayAreaPat
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Does nice job of scrolling through undivided long pdfs.. nicer than using Windows Paint. Many types of tools to edit the pdfs. Under tools menu, there are ways to mark the pdfs.

astrarrow
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it's a simple pdf reader that actually works.

costanza6221
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Saved my online class days. Stylus support, PDF annotation, care free save options. Even supports linux made me safe in every environment. Quick bars that can be customizable are easy to use.

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Install from the command line

  • winget install -e --id Xournal++.Xournal++
  • flatpak install flathub com.github.xournalpp.xournalpp

Be careful what you paste into a terminal. Check what a command installs before running it.

What is Xournal++?

Xournal++ (a fork of Xournal) is a handwriting Notetaking software with PDF annotation support. Written in C++ with platform independent GTK, supporting Linux, e.g. Ubuntu, Debian, Arch, Suse, macOS and Windows 10. Supports Pen input like Wacom Tablets.

Xournal++ is a hand note taking software written in C++ with the target of flexibility, functionality and speed. Stroke recognizer and other parts are based on Xournal Code, which you can find at SourceForge.

Xournal++ features:

Support for Pen pressure, e.g. Wacom Tablet Support for annotating PDFs Fill shape functionality PDF Export (with and without paper style) PNG Export (with and without transparent background) Allow to map different tools / colors etc. to stylus buttons / mouse buttons Sidebar with Page Previews with advanced page sorting, PDF Bookmarks and Layers (can be individually hidden, editing layer can be selected) enhanced support for image insertion Eraser with multiple configurations Significantly reduced memory usage and code to detect memory leaks compared to Xournal LaTeX support (requires a working LaTeX install) bug reporting, autosave, and auto backup tools Customizable toolbar, with multiple configurations, e.g. to optimize toolbar for portrait / landscape Page Template definitions Shape drawing (line, arrow, circle, rect) Shape resizing and rotation Rotation snapping every 45 degrees Rect snapping to grid Audio recording and playback alongside with handwritten notes Multi Language Support, Like English, German (Deutsch), Italian (Italiano)...

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Our users have written 30 comments and reviews about Xournal++, and it has gotten 201 likes

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