Quick Capture

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Quick Capture

Never lose an idea again. Capture thoughts, links, files, and anything else instantly with the

- your quick capture hub for processing later.

The System

Your

is the central hub for quick capture - a temporary holding for anything you want to save now and process later. Perfect for those moments when you need to capture something quickly without breaking your flow.

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Text Items

Quick thoughts, ideas, links, quotes, or any text snippet you want to save for later.

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File Items

Images, documents, PDFs, and any other files you need to process or organize.

Multiple Ways to Capture

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Share from Any App (Mobile)

Use your mobile device's share panel to send content directly to Journal it!

  1. 1Select text, image, link, or file in any app
  2. 2Tap the share button
  3. 3Choose Journal it! from the share menu
  4. 4Add a note if needed (optional)
  5. 5Content is instantly added to your

Platform Note: Mobile only. Android users can also create new items directly from the share menu

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Drag and Drop

Modern drag and drop support across all platforms.

  1. 1Select content from another app or file system
  2. 2Drag it over Journal it!
  3. 3Drop onto the slot on the main screen
  4. 4Content is captured instantly

Platform Note: Works on Android, iOS, macOS, and Web

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App Icon Shortcuts

Lightning-fast capture without even opening the app.

  1. 1Long press the Journal it! app icon
  2. 2Select "Add to " from the menu
  3. 3Type or paste your content
  4. 4Save directly to

Platform Note: Android users can drag this shortcut to home screen for one-tap access

Processing Your Captures

When you're ready to process your

, tap any item to reveal a full menu of transformation options:

πŸ“… Item
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πŸ“”Journal
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πŸ“Add to [[File Manager]]
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πŸ“ŒCalendar Session

Pro Tip: You can also drag

items directly into open editors to attach files, insert text, or create linked references.

Drag and Drop Beyond

Drag and drop isn't limited to the

. Use it throughout the app for powerful workflows:

Into Open Editors

  • β†’Drop images into Journal
  • β†’Attach documents to
  • β†’Add files to
  • β†’Insert text snippets anywhere

Between Items

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