Think in Ink Competition

Over the last 13 years we’ve built a community of avid note-takers across the globe, from students to creatives and professionals, we’re all united by our love of the note.

To celebrate the incredible note-taking community, we're hosting our first ever note-taking competition! All you have to do is submit your best note to be in with a chance of winning!

Prizes

To celebrate this incredible community we’re giving you a chance to win an all expenses paid trip to either Hong Kong or London! 3 runner ups will also be selected and gifted an iPad Pro and Apple Pencil Pro

Trip to London / Hong KongWinning Prize

All expenses paid trip to Hong Kong or London!

iPad 11" + Apple Pencil Pro3x Runner Ups

A new iPad 11" + Apple Pencil Pro

Judging criteria

Your note can be about any topic of your choosing, but there are some key components we will be looking out for when selecting a winner

Does your note clearly communicate one idea or concept?

Does your note have a visual element? (Color, diagrams, images or creative formatting?)

Does your note support recall of its core idea/concept?

A Cat Fact digital note.

How to enter

1

Read our judging criteria and terms and conditions

2

Make your note (both digital and analogue notes are accepted)

3

For digital notes export your note as a PDF

4

For analogue notes scan your note and convert to PDF

5

Fill out this form and attach your submission

Competition closed
See all terms and conditions here

Meet the head judge: Samuel Suresh

We've partnered with Samuel Suresh - an educator and YouTuber who shares our enthusiasm for the humble note. From creating beautiful notes to the best methods for efficiency, Samuel has perfected the art of the note down to a science.

Learn more about Samuel here

Looking for some guidance?

Look no further, we’ve compiled content from the best note-takers in the game. See how the pros do it!

Want to submit your paper notes?

We’ve complied our favorite paper note takers to help you with your submission.

Enter here

FAQs

How can I improve my chances of winning?

When planning your note, make sure it meets the following judging criteria:

  • Clearly communicate one idea/concept
  • Include a visual element (colour, diagrams, images or creative formatting)
  • Make sure your note supports recall of its core idea/concept

When do I have to submit?

The submission deadline is November 11th 23:59 GMT

What should my note be about?

Anything you want! From passion projects, to biology concept you learnt at school, the theme of your note is completely up to you!

Do I have draw my own diagrams?

No, you don’t have to draw your own diagrams!

Can I submit notes from school?

Absolutely, as long as it’s a note you have created, all notes are welcome.

Do I have to use Goodnotes in my submission?

No, we welcome both digital and paper notes, whatever tools you use to make notes in your day to day life can be used for your submission.

Are you accepting paper notes?

Yes! Just take a clear picture, convert it to PDF. and submit via the submission form.

Can I ONLY make ONE submission?

Yes, we are only accepting one submission per email address.

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