Organize information with a mind-map or tree-like structure. Create unlimited hierarchical nodes that can contain text, links to items, and
. Great for brainstorming and organizing knowledge like history, science, or any topic you're exploring.When to Use Outline Notes
help you organize hierarchical and interconnected information:
- •Brainstorming where ideas branch into sub-ideas
- •Research organization with topics, subtopics, and findings
- •Book or course outlines with chapters and sections
- •Deep knowledge organization with nested hierarchies (history timelines, scientific concepts, language learning)
Node Operations
Node Content
- •Add text to any node
- •Link to items (entries, , tasks, goals)
- •Add for additional context
- •Unlimited hierarchy depth
Node Management
- •Add child or sibling nodes
- •Expand/collapse with circle button
- •Long press circle button to reorder nodes
- •Duplicate nodes with all children
- •Delete nodes and branches
Node Mirroring
- •Mirror nodes without duplication
- •Changes sync in both locations
- •Dashed circle indicates mirrored nodes
- •Shows original location reference
- •Great for reusable content
Search & Filter
- •Text filter to find nodes
- •Shows matching branches with children
- •Quick navigation to results
View Controls
- •Focus mode for single branches
- •Fade unrelated branches
- •Persistent view settings
- •Saved expansion states
- •Distraction-free editing
Persistence
- •View settings saved between sessions
- •Node expansion states preserved
- •Focus and fade states maintained
- • support
Completable Nodes & Completion Tracking
Node Types
Regular Nodes (Default)
Standard nodes for organizing information, ideas, and content. No completion tracking or KPIs.
Completable Nodes
Nodes with states (In Progress, Completed, Dismissed) and KPIs. To enable: open node → tap info button → check Completable option.
States & KPIs
Only completable nodes can have states and KPIs. Regular nodes must be converted to completable first:
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States: In Progress, Completed, or Dismissed
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Automatic KPI: Tracks completion percentage of child nodes
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Linked Item KPIs: Connect to progress of linked tasks or
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Custom KPIs: Add additional KPIs like time spent on
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Progress Indicator: Progress shown as circle outline showing averaged KPI completion
Key Features
Unlimited Hierarchy
Create nodes with unlimited depth and breadth. Build structures with as many levels and branches as you need.
Example: A book outline with parts → chapters → sections → subsections → paragraphs, going as deep as you need.
Focus Mode
Focus on a specific branch by hiding all other nodes. Work without distractions on specific sections of your outline.
Example: When working on Chapter 3 of your book, focus on just that branch to avoid distractions from other chapters.
Node Mirroring
Create mirrors of nodes that sync changes in both directions. Great for content that appears in multiple places.
Example: Mirror a 'Resources' node across different
branches - update once, changes appear everywhere.Branch Fading
Fade out unrelated branches while keeping them visible for context. Stay focused without losing sight of the bigger picture.
Example: While
Phase 2, fade Phase 1 and Phase 3 to maintain context while reducing visual clutter.
Whole Outline Completion
Make the entire outline completable to track overall progress. Helpful when you need to mark structured content as done.
Example: Track completion of a study guide outline, marking chapters as you finish reviewing them.
System Integration
Critical Understanding
Outline vs Text Notes
Use outline notes when structure and hierarchy matter - research, planning, complex documentation. Use text notes for linear content like meeting notes, documentation, or reference materials.
Regular vs Completable Nodes
Regular nodes store information. Completable nodes track action items and progress. You can convert any node at any time based on your needs.
Your First Outline: Learning Web Development
Why Use Outline Notes?
Outline notes excel when you need to organize complex, hierarchical information. Unlike text notes that flow linearly, outline notes let you structure knowledge with unlimited depth and flexibility.
When learning web development, you might organize by Fundamentals, JavaScript, and Frameworks, with dedicated sections for Resources and Projects. Outline notes make this structure visible and manageable, while completable nodes let you track your learning progress.
Step-by-Step Guide
Create Your Outline Note
Go to Library tab > tap the + button > select 'Outline Note'. Name it something descriptive like 'Learning Web Development'.
Build Your Structure
Main Topics
- •Add top-level nodes for major themes (e.g., 'Fundamentals', 'JavaScript', 'Frameworks', 'Resources', 'Projects')
- •Keep them concise - they're navigation landmarks
- •Use emojis or formatting to make them visually distinct
Subtopics
- •Mobile: Long press a node > Add child to nest, or Add sibling for same level
- •Desktop: Hover over a node to reveal the add button
- •Both: Open node view > Children section > tap add button
Detail Nodes
- •Each node has its own rich text note, comment field, and linked items section
- •Add granular information at deeper levels - quotes, data points, references
- •Use the linked items section to connect to other notes, tasks, or organizers
Add Rich Content
Open any node to access its rich text note field, comment field, and linked items section. The rich text area supports formatting (bold/italic), links, images, and mentions. Use the comment field for reflection and the linked items section to connect related content.
Enable Progress Tracking
Open a node > tap the info button (top right corner) > check the checkbox to make it completable. The node now tracks completion state. You can link tasks or other items as KPIs to measure progress. Perfect for learning goals like 'Complete CSS tutorial' or 'Build practice project'.
Use Advanced Features
Mirror important nodes to multiple locations, use focus mode to concentrate on one branch, or take snapshots to preserve versions at key milestones.
Review and Organize
Search within your outline to find specific topics. Fade completed branches to reduce clutter. Export your outline as a reference guide or share it with others learning web development.