Earlier in the week, Microsoft updated a number of its Office for iPad apps, and now the company has released a new version of OneNote for iPad.
The new version of OneNote for iPad comes with handwriting recognition, and Microsoft has also added OCR (Optical Character Recognition) for all versions of the app. Have a look at the video below.
Today, we’re introducing two big improvements for capturing content into OneNote and enriching that content to make it easier to recall. First, we’ve added handwriting to OneNote for iPad. This has been a top requested feature, and is now available in OneNote across all of the most popular platforms, including our favorite, the Surface Pro 3. Second, we’ve added optical character recognition (OCR), which enables text search within all images that are added to notebooks saved on OneDrive. OCR works with any version of OneNote, from Windows Phone to Mac, even OneNote Online!
Handwriting Recognition
Handwriting recognition in OneNote for iPad is a significant enhancement that caters to users who prefer writing notes by hand rather than typing. This feature is particularly beneficial for students, professionals, and anyone who finds handwriting more intuitive and natural. With the new update, users can write directly on their iPad screens using a stylus or even their fingers. The app then converts these handwritten notes into text, making it easier to search and organize information.
This feature is not just limited to the iPad; it is also available on other popular platforms, including Windows and Android devices. For instance, the Surface Pro 3, known for its excellent stylus support, can now fully utilize OneNote’s handwriting capabilities. This cross-platform availability ensures that users can access and edit their handwritten notes from any device, providing a seamless experience.
Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
The addition of OCR to OneNote is another game-changer. OCR technology allows the app to recognize text within images, making it possible to search for specific words or phrases within pictures. This is incredibly useful for students who take photos of lecture slides, professionals who scan documents, or anyone who wants to digitize handwritten notes.
OCR works with any version of OneNote, whether you’re using it on a Windows Phone, a Mac, or even OneNote Online. This means that you can take a photo of a document with your phone, upload it to OneDrive, and then search for text within that image from your computer. The integration with OneDrive ensures that your notes are always backed up and accessible from any device.
For example, imagine you’re attending a conference and you take a photo of a presentation slide. With OCR, you can later search for specific terms within that image, making it easier to find the information you need without having to scroll through all your photos manually.
You can find out more details about the latest version of OneNote for iPad over at Microsoft at the link below.
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