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How to Use GoodNotes Planner Templates

Tap through the steps in order to see how it works.

  1. Import a template PDF

    Open a downloaded diary or planner template PDF using the "Import" option to load it as a new document.

  2. Duplicate pages you use often

    Long-press a page and choose "Duplicate" to create multiple copies of the same layout, useful for weekly pages you will reuse over and over.

  3. Bookmark pages for quick access

    Add a bookmark to pages you open frequently so you can jump straight there without going through the table of contents each time.

  4. Why it's useful

    Unlike a paper planner, you can keep reusing the same template file indefinitely, duplicating as many pages as you need without ever having to buy new refill paper.

One template file, unlimited reuse

A paper planner runs out of pages and has to be replaced, but a digital template can be duplicated as many times as you need, so a single well-designed layout can serve you for years rather than one calendar cycle.

Hyperlinks turn a static PDF into a real planner

What makes a good digital planner template different from just importing any PDF is the hyperlinked navigation β€” well-built templates link monthly views to the matching weekly and daily pages, so flipping through your planner feels closer to tapping through an app than scrolling a document.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a template that was not designed specifically for GoodNotes?

Yes, any PDF can be imported, but templates built specifically for note-taking apps are more likely to include working hyperlinked tabs and properly sized pages, so purpose-built ones tend to work better.

What happens when the template's dates run out for the new year?

You can import a fresh dated template for the new year, or switch to an undated template that uses generic weekday labels instead of fixed dates, which lets you keep reusing the same file indefinitely.