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Getting Started with Evernote

Evernote is built around collecting notes, clippings, and files into one searchable place β€” here is how to set it up.

  1. Create a notebook

    Click "Notebooks" in the left-hand menu, then "New notebook," to create a notebook around a topic.

  2. Write a new note

    Click "New note" to freely write text, add images, or attach files.

  3. Add tags to organize notes

    Attaching tags to a note lets you find it quickly by topic later, even across different notebooks.

  4. Save a web page with the Web Clipper

    Installing the "Web Clipper" browser extension lets you save the page you're viewing directly into Evernote.

  5. Why it's worth using

    It gathers notes, web clippings, photos, and documents in one place, and its search is strong enough to surface something you saved years ago in seconds.

One home for scattered information

Notes, screenshots, receipts, and articles you meant to read later tend to end up scattered across apps and browser tabs. Keeping them in one notebook system, tagged consistently, means you only have to check one place when you need to find something again.

The Web Clipper turns browsing into a personal archive

Rather than bookmarking a page and hoping you remember why you saved it, the Web Clipper saves the actual content β€” text, images, and layout β€” so the page is still readable even if the original site changes or disappears later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evernote free to use?

Evernote offers a free plan alongside paid tiers with higher usage limits and additional features, so it's worth checking current plan details for what fits your needs.

Can I access my notes without an internet connection?

Yes, notes generally sync for offline access on the device you're using, though the exact offline behavior can depend on your plan and device settings.