Get to Know OneNote
OneNote is an online note-taking tool that you can use on the Web or as an installed desktop application. In this module, get acquainted with the OneNote tool using the version you prefer.
What is OneNote?
Familiarize yourself with the basic features of OneNote.
- What is OneNote? Links to an external site. (Video, 1m 23s)
- Microsoft OneNote Video Training Links to an external site. (External resource)
- PC: OneNote for Windows 10 Essential Training
Links to an external site. (Video, 1h 9m)
- NOTE: This LinkedIn Learning course is a comprehensive overview of the basic tasks in OneNote. You may choose to watch the entire course or select segments on specific topics.
- Mac: Basic Tasks in OneNote for Mac Links to an external site. (External resource)
- Mac: OneNote for Mac Essential Training (Office 365)
Links to an external site. (Video, 2h 5m)
- NOTE: This LinkedIn Learning course is a comprehensive overview of the basic tasks in OneNote. You may choose to watch the entire course or select segments on specific topics.
- Web: Basic Tasks in OneNote Online Links to an external site. (External resource)
- Get Organized with OneNote Online
Links to an external site. (Video, 1hr 15m)
- NOTE: This LinkedIn Learning course is a comprehensive overview of the basic tasks in OneNote. You may choose to watch the entire course or select segments on specific topics.
- OneNote for iPad: Essential Features Links to an external site. (PSU resource)
Compare Versions of OneNote
OneNote functionality may differ based on the platform you are using. Review these resources to determine which platform best supports the features you wish to use in OneNote.
Explore Navigation and Accessibility Features
OneNote notebooks can be used universally by many users, including those with adaptive equipment. Learning Tools, including the Immersive Reader, assist in the development of reading and writing skills. Immersive Reader is a tool for users that may have a disability or would simply like to hear how the text sounds when spoken.
- Learning Tools to Improve Reading and Writing Skills Links to an external site. (External resource)
- Microsoft Learning Tools: Immersive Reader
Links to an external site. (Video, 1m)
- NOTE: You do not need to install anything if using OneNote Online, OneNote for Windows 10, or OneNote for Mac.
- Use Immersive Reader for One Note Links to an external site. (External resource)
- PC/Mac/Web: Use a Screen Reader to Explore and Navigate OneNote Links to an external site. (External resource)