Do you like the updated OneNote?

[Sweet Home Alabama]

I know many of you love to use OneNote.  I'm trying the new version today.  I love the 2010 version.  I think this one must be 2013.  So far, I don't like it.  I'm sure there is a learning curve, but the new version isn't as user-friendly.  For example, I'm setting up a trial notebook, and I can't make subpages like I used to be able to do. 

 

If you've figured out how to use the new 2013 version, please tell me if you like it or not and share anything you've learned to help make using it easier.

 

 

Edited March 26, 2016 by Sweet Home Alabama

[Sweet Home Alabama]

You know, I'm not sure if the new version I am trying is 2013 or 2016.  

How can I find out???

 

I still don't like it.  :mellow:

[happypamama]

Hmmm.  I never used 2010, but I loved 2013.  I just did get 2016 a few weeks ago (when I got a new computer), and so far, I like it fine.  I'm actually not seeing much, if anything, that is different.

 

Subpages are working for me just like they used to.  Right click on the page (on the menu on the right or left, depending on where you have it), and select "make subpage."  Maybe they were different in the 2010 version?

 

What else is bugging you?  Maybe someone can help you figure out how the latest version does it?

 

(I don't seem to have "About" under "Options."  But if I look in my Windows Start menu, it says "OneNote 2016.")

[Sweet Home Alabama]

Just have a minute, but in response to happypamama, the biggest difference is the use of color and the way the subpages are organized.  The  version I'm used to has the notebook titles horizontally along the left margin.  The notebook "chapters" are along the top edge, and subpages for each chapter are color-coordinated on the right margin.  To look at it, the page looks beautiful, and more importantly, it is very user-friendly.  

 

The new version does not have the notebook titles along the left edge.  There isn't color coordination between the subpages and the corresponding "chapters".  It is not as user-friendly.  I suppose just like with any learning curve, differences become easer with practice.  

 

We updated our desktop so that I could play with the new OneNote, but I don't think I'll update my laptop.  

[happypamama]

Just have a minute, but in response to happypamama, the biggest difference is the use of color and the way the subpages are organized.  The  version I'm used to has the notebook titles horizontally along the left margin.  The notebook "chapters" are along the top edge, and subpages for each chapter are color-coordinated on the right margin.  To look at it, the page looks beautiful, and more importantly, it is very user-friendly.  

 

The new version does not have the notebook titles along the left edge.  There isn't color coordination between the subpages and the corresponding "chapters".  It is not as user-friendly.  I suppose just like with any learning curve, differences become easer with practice.  

 

We updated our desktop so that I could play with the new OneNote, but I don't think I'll update my laptop.  

Ah.  No, you have to change the color of each page/subpage to match the subject tabs across the top, I think.  Still looking for that one.  I wish it would automatically make the pages and subpages the same background color as the tab as well.

 

I did google for info about 2010, and yes, it does look nice with the list of the notebook titles listed along the left.  I like that better than the pull-down menu that 2016 has automatically.  If you click on the list of notebooks, to bring up the pull-down menu, there will be a little thumbtack icon on the top right of that pull-down menu; click that, and it will put the titles along the left.

[Guest]

Nope. Nothing but bugs for me. Evernote works much better on my devices.

[Sweet Home Alabama]

Happypamama, I tried to follow the bolded directions, but I just couldn't find a way.  I see my list of notebooks, but I can't click on that list.  The only thumbtack I could find was a pin-to-start option.  Thank you so much for trying!  Can you make this a little clearer?

 

I'm going to keep playing with OneNote to see if I can learn to like it.  

 

 

 

 

 

Ah.  No, you have to change the color of each page/subpage to match the subject tabs across the top, I think.  Still looking for that one.  I wish it would automatically make the pages and subpages the same background color as the tab as well.

 

I did google for info about 2010, and yes, it does look nice with the list of the notebook titles listed along the left.  I like that better than the pull-down menu that 2016 has automatically.  If you click on the list of notebooks, to bring up the pull-down menu, there will be a little thumbtack icon on the top right of that pull-down menu; click that, and it will put the titles along the left.

 

[Audrey]

I'm using the 2016 version and I like it a lot. 

[Lady Florida.]

Nope. Nothing but bugs for me. Evernote works much better on my devices.

 

I tried OneNote a few years ago but it just didn't seem intuitive to me. My new tablet came with OneNote and I'm wondering if there's a reason I should switch from Evernote.

 

Anyone want to convince me one way or the other? Should I start a spin off thread?

[Sweet Home Alabama]

Audrey, I have not had a chance to try the 2016 version. I want to find out how it compares to 2010. I have not found from where to download it or if there is a charge.

 

Can you compare it with the 2010 version and tell where to get it? I'll gladly stay with it instead of upgrading to the 2013 version. I didn't like that one at all.

 

ETA: I've spent the last hour or so trying to find where to buy/download 2016. I guess it's just too late and I'm tired, but I can't find where to go. Audrey, it would be great if you could point me in the right direction. In the meantime, I'm giving up for tonight.

 

 

 

I'm using the 2016 version and I like it a lot.

Edited March 28, 2016 by Sweet Home Alabama

[Audrey]

Audrey, I have not had a chance to try the 2016 version. I want to find out how it compares to 2010. I have not found from where to download it or if there is a charge.

 

Can you compare it with the 2010 version and tell where to get it? I'll gladly stay with it instead of upgrading to the 2013 version. I didn't like that one at all.

 

ETA: I've spent the last hour or so trying to find where to buy/download 2016. I guess it's just too late and I'm tired, but I can't find where to go. Audrey, it would be great if you could point me in the right direction. In the meantime, I'm giving up for tonight.

 

 

 

 

 

I have the subscription version of Office and when it updated back in January it now says 2016 on all the Office products (Word, Excel, OneNote, etc).   I found this page that explains what is in the new updates (it lists updates month-by-month) and lets you take a look at the products.  If you click on the icon for OneNote, it will tell you how it compares and what to expect if upgrading from 2013 or 2010 versions.

 

https://support.office.com/en-us/article/What-s-New-and-Improved-in-Office-2016-for-Office-365-95c8d81d-08ba-42c1-914f-bca4603e1426

 

I hope that helps!

Edited March 28, 2016 by Audrey

[Sweet Home Alabama]

Audrey, thank you so much!  After reading the information from the link you sent, I'm just going to enjoy the version I already have.  I'll wait to try the new Onenote whenever we upgrade to Office 2016.  Might be a long time, but that's fine.  I really appreciate your help!

[Katy]

I'm thinking the version for apple products must be different, because I love it, and have no trouble making sub pages.  Perhaps you can go to the website and watch the video on all the features?  My guess is that will help you find things you haven't used already.

[Sweet Home Alabama]

Katy, that would be a help if I could.  We have limited internet data, and we have to be super careful not to lose data due to video watching.  

 

I'm thinking the version for apple products must be different, because I love it, and have no trouble making sub pages.  Perhaps you can go to the website and watch the video on all the features?  My guess is that will help you find things you haven't used already.

 

[Katy]

Katy, that would be a help if I could.  We have limited internet data, and we have to be super careful not to lose data due to video watching.  

 

Okay.  Well the next time you go to a library, mcdonald's, or another place with free wifi, take a portable device, sign in, and watch the video.