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Find any word you ever wrote.
Type a keyword and Cognote instantly searches through all your handwritten notes — no scanning, no manual tagging. It just works.
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Turn your board into clean notes.
Photograph a whiteboard or chalkboard and Cognote converts it into a structured, searchable note. Never lose a lecture again.
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Stuck on a concept? Ask AI to explain, solve, or expand on what you've written. It reads your notes and answers in context.
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Common questions
How does Cognote handwriting search work?
Cognote uses on-device OCR to index everything you write. Just type a keyword and it instantly finds matching handwritten notes — no scanning or manual tagging needed.
Can Cognote convert whiteboard photos into notes?
Yes. The Board to Note feature lets you photograph any whiteboard or chalkboard and converts it into a clean, searchable digital note.
What AI features does Cognote have?
Cognote uses Google Gemini AI to let you ask questions about your notes, get explanations, solve problems, and more — all in context with what you wrote.
Is Cognote free?
Cognote has a free tier that lets you create up to 3 notes. Paid plans unlock unlimited notes, AI features, and cloud sync.
Does Cognote work offline?
Yes. Notes and handwriting search work fully offline. AI features require an internet connection.