How to Convert Handwritten Notes to Text in reMarkable

How to Convert Handwritten Notes to Text in reMarkable

▶ 3 minutes, 50 seconds 👁 23,129 views 📅 2024-12-30

Quick Answer

Learn how to convert handwritten notes to text on the reMarkable 2 and reMarkable Paper Pro. Branden Bodendorfer shows the exact steps using the lasso tool, the convert-to-text feature, and how to combine handwriting with typed notes inside the Key2Success Digital Planner for a seamless productivity workflow.

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Learn how to convert handwritten notes to text on the reMarkable 2 and reMarkable Paper Pro. Branden Bodendorfer shows the exact steps using the lasso tool, the convert-to-text feature, and how to combine handwriting with typed notes inside the Key2Success Digital Planner for a seamless productivity workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you convert handwriting to text on reMarkable?
To convert handwriting to text on reMarkable, use the lasso tool to select your handwritten notes, then tap the convert icon in the toolbar. reMarkable will convert the selected handwriting to typed text, which you can then edit, copy, or paste into other documents.
Does reMarkable 2 have handwriting to text conversion?
Yes, both the reMarkable 2 and reMarkable Paper Pro support handwriting-to-text conversion. The feature uses reMarkable's built-in handwriting recognition engine and works across multiple languages.
Can you use reMarkable with a digital planner and typed notes together?
Yes, the reMarkable supports both handwritten and typed notes within the same document. Branden demonstrates how to add typed text to a Key2Success Digital Planner page alongside handwritten notes for a hybrid planning approach.
What is the lasso tool on reMarkable?
The lasso tool on reMarkable lets you select a region of handwritten content on the page. Once selected, you can move, resize, erase, or convert the selected handwriting to text. It is one of the most used tools for organizing and editing notes on the device.
Video Transcript

[0:00] Introduction: The most common question Branden gets about using digital planners on reMarkable is whether you can type alongside handwritten notes.

[0:28] Demo of the daily page in the Key2Success Digital Planner on reMarkable, showing handwritten notes already on the page.

[0:35] Using the lasso tool to select handwritten content on the reMarkable tablet.

[0:45] Creating a new page and adding templates to set up a clean workspace.

[1:07] The convert-to-text feature: how to activate it after selecting handwriting with the lasso tool.

[1:30] Editing the converted text: fixing recognition errors, formatting, and copying text to other apps.

[2:00] Syncing converted notes to the reMarkable app on desktop or mobile for easy export.

[2:45] Using typed and handwritten notes together in the same planner page for a hybrid workflow.

[3:20] Tips for improving handwriting recognition accuracy on reMarkable: writing clearly, using supported languages, and keeping the stylus calibrated.

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Branden Bodendorfer

Branden Bodendorfer

Branden is a productivity coach, digital planning expert, and creator of the Key2Success Digital Planner. He helps professionals and entrepreneurs build systems to achieve their goals using e-ink tablets, OneNote, GoodNotes, and other digital tools. Follow his work at brandenbodendorfer.com.