RedNotebook is a modern journal that includes a calendar navigation, customizable templates, export functionality and a "cloud" box containing frequently used words and tags. The program also includes spell check, formatting, insert images, files and links, automatic backup, templates, export to multiple formats. You can also format, tag and search your entries. Your data is stored in plain text files - no database needed.
Cross-platform and available in more than 30 languages. Alternatively, RedNotebook Portable is stealth, smaller, re-opens your last journal and has faster startup times. The outdated X-RedNotebook is also available.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | No. Creates: %userprofile%\webkit\icondatabase\WebpageIcons.db %userprofile%\.recently-used.xbel |
Path portability: | Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | GNU GPLv2 |
How to extract: |
Problems? This process requires an up-to-date component (Innounp 0.36 or above) for Universal Extractor. If you have difficulty extracting the files, follow the steps below and retry:
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What's new? | See: https://github.com/jendrikseipp/rednotebook/blob/master/CHANGELOG.md |
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smaragdus
on 2017-06-11 06:08
I cannot find RedNotebook version 2.0 for Windows (as of 2017-06-11):
ashghost
on 2017-09-09 01:36
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@smaragdus: Version 2.2 was recently released for Windows according to changelog here: https://github.com/jendrikseipp/rednotebook/blob/master/CHANGELOG |
TreeSheets is a mashup of many different program types including spreadsheets, mind mappers, outliners, PIMs, text editors and small databases. It has a tabbed interface and is lightweight and fast, using few system resources even with large files.
It's like a spreadsheet, but much more suitable for complex data because it's hierarchical. It's like a mind mapper, but more organized and compact. It's like an outliner, but in more than one dimension. It's like a text editor, but with structure. It is capable of many kinds of data organization, including todo lists, calendars, project management, brainstorming, organizing ideas, planning, requirements gathering, presentation of information, etc.
Functional in 64-bit and cross platform (Linux and Mac).
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Runs on: | Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | zlib License |
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Similar/alternative apps: | XMind |
What's new? | See: https://github.com/aardappel/treesheets/releases |
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kanu
on 2021-08-17 11:32
For the life of me I can't find any links to download latest artifacts (as it's called) in github's action page of this project. Any help, please?
dilentec
on 2022-08-14 21:46
Super usefull, I really recommend following the tutorial to learn all it's great functions. As of today, binaries are available at: https://strlen.com/treesheets/
Ennovy
on 2023-04-05 06:35
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Version Apr 4 2023 download ZIP file instead of installer: https://github.com/aardappel/treesheets/releases/download/4612737023/windows_treesheets_no_installer.zip |
Info-Base is a very fast, effective, and easy PIM (personal information manager) and a freeform database for any kind of texts, notes, snippets, and similarly other data. It is inspired by the good old "Info-Select", Version 1.0 for Windows (3.x) - by Micro Logic Corp. with some new options like links, spell checker, tagging, global search, clips from browsers or other programs (with , global hotkeys) , and much more.
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Runs on: | WinAll |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Partial. In all texts, searches etc., but not in file names. |
Path portability: | Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | Freeware |
How to extract: |
Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch InfoBase.exe. Optionally, delete unnecessary language, help and dictionary files. |
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IanFromBarrie
on 2021-01-04 12:04
agam, this morning (2021 Jan 04) Firefox continues to block your site. Chrome and Edge do not.
agam
on 2021-01-04 12:52
I have been using Firefox for many years and have never experienced this before. Maybe there is something wrong with your Firefox ??
hamasaki
on 2021-01-08 02:57
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It's blocked for me in FF too: "The site ahead may contain harmful programs" |
EssentialPIM includes a calendar/scheduler, todo list, contact manager, basic e-mail client, and tree-like multi-level notes tool that supports rich text, formatting and images.
While many advanced functions such as synchronization and encryption are exclusive in the Pro version, the program is capable of manually importing from variety of formats including Outlook, TreePad, Google calendar etc. Additionally, it can export to many formats including HTML, vCard, iCal, RTF, CSV, iPod, text etc.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
License: | Liteware |
How to extract: | Download the installer, run and choose "Portable version". Launch EssentialPIM.exe. |
What's new? | See: https://www.essentialpim.com/blog-and-news/version-history |
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gjsmith1949
on 2020-10-24 15:09
I have used this PIM for many years however since Yahoo inflicted their new security measures I have been unable to download messages from my Yahoo account, I have followed all the instructions provided by Yahoo to add Essential PIM to the list of message services but to no avail.
DzejPy
on 2020-10-26 09:34
EssentialPIM free since version 9 can not add e-mail account Google (Gmail) or Microsoft (Outlook) - fails 2-step verification (OAuth).
FireRabbit
on 2021-12-14 00:27
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PSA: I've tested both Outlook and Yahoo in version 10 and they both work fine for me. |
AM-Notebook provides a way to store notes (rich text), formula-supported spreadsheets, to do lists, tasks, address book, calendar with alarm. The program works via a simple system tray utility, includes spellcheck, encryption, global search and tabbed view.
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Runs on: | Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
License: | Freeware |
How to extract: |
Run the setup package and select "Install as portable application onto your USB-Stick" during the setup wizard. Install into a folder of your choice. Start notebook.exe Optionally, delete unnecessary language files. |
What's new? | See: https://www.aignes.com/note_history.htm |
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mikek
on 2008-04-09 15:53
I've been using version 4.13 for awhile. Love the program. It got even better w/ v5.01. Added Contacts, Calendar, and ToDo list to the notes. Don't need to Extract as it have an option to install portably on a thumbdrive (although no options to choose a folder).
Scooby
on 2008-04-10 16:36
AM is good, but others you might want to try are Keynote and Totaltext. Both have more features, are portable, and freeware.
Ennovy
on 2024-02-05 10:42
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AM-Notebook version 7 released and now Freeware: https://www.aignes.com/note_history.htm |
AlephNote is extensible, lightweight desktop note manager. Features include search, interactive checkbox lists highlighting, clickable highlighted links, notes backup, drag-and-drop capability for files and text, and sorting notes into folders. The program supports tags, in-editor markdown rendering, customizable shortcuts, stay-on-top capability, tray control, themes, and more.
Notes can be saved locally or synchronized with cloud services including Simplenote, Standard Note, Nextcloud/ownCloud.
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Runs on: | Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Dependencies: | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6+ |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | MIT |
How to extract: | Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch AlephNote.exe. |
Similar/alternative apps: | ResophNotes |
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shnbwmn
on 2018-05-14 04:33
@Sinchu
PAFuser
on 2021-01-09 09:43
Looks like a great program, but I have tried for almost a year to get it to load without success. Followed every instruction, only error messages. Never loads.
webfork
on 2021-01-09 13:12
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@PAFuser: This program is in active development and the dev is fairly responsible if you want to drop him a note about your experiences. I've stepped away from using this program due to what I hope are some sync issues with the SimpleNote service. |
CintaNotes is a tag-based, text-only personal notes manager for collecting bits and pieces of information such as thoughts and ideas, article excerpts, quotes, research etc. A global hot key (by default Ctrl-F12) clips pieces of text from other applications such as web browsers or any local program. The window title becomes title/subject of the note and the highlighted text selected becomes the body.
The program is useful to quickly take down and tag any piece of useful text that you come across and quickly organize by date, keywords, title, link and note size. A search tool searches the entire database with search keyword highlighting.
Note: Some features limited to a "pro" version include tabbed sections, pasting notes into other apps, hierarchical tags and multiple notebooks.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | Liteware |
How to extract: | Download the "Portable Version" ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch CintaNotes.exe. |
What's new? | See: http://cintanotes.com/release-notes/ |
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Ennovy
on 2016-12-22 15:04
Version 3.5 released, Simplenote synchronization is now also available without a PRO license.
PAFuser
on 2017-06-09 02:17
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Also available from Portable Apps: https://portableapps.com/apps/office/cintanotes-portable |
SSuite CleverNote PIM is a comprehensive application that includes an intuitive working environment for managing notes, ideas, lists and events into one place.
Available Features:
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Runs on: | Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
License: | Freeware |
How to extract: | Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch CleverNote.exe. |
Similar/alternative apps: | EssentialPIM Free, MSD Organizer Freeware |
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FileHandler
on 2022-12-29 01:56
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Was unable to download it. |
iDailyDiary Free is a program tailored for taking daily notes, creating a journal, putting your thoughts into writing etc. The documents you create are encrypted and require a password to access. The built-in editor supports graphics, hypertext links and links to other diary pages. iDailyDiary is fully searchable so you can track down important dates and reminders. You can also export your diary to HTML web pages.
A "pro" version is available with additional features including spell checker, thesaurus, topics (group related entries), themes support (50+ themes included), tables, etc.
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Runs on: | Win2K / WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Registry: Last window location and last opened diary. |
Stealth: ? | No |
Unicode support: | No |
License: | Liteware |
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What's new? | See: https://splinterware.com/info/news.html |
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Mixture
on 2011-12-29 00:32
I have version 3.41 and use it occationally.
Mixture
on 2011-12-29 00:35
@infestedtassadar-x17;
dany
on 2011-12-29 00:49
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@Vavo: with the exception that the files reside encrypted on my HD at home and not unencrypted on an unknown and far away server which you have no control over. |
Rdex is a freeform database which can be used to store addresses, phone numbers, birthdays, online ids, recipes etc. basically any miscellaneous piece of information. It is based on the idea of a cardfile, like a Rolodex. Just click "New Card," paste or type in some info and click save. Later, you can search for any text contained in the card by typing the word you are searching for into the search box at the top.
Rdex is available for Windows, Java and Android. If you keep the data file on a cloud storage service such as Dropbox, your data is available anywhere and you can maintain sync between mobile and desktop access. Rdex can also encrypt the data file if you wish to ensure privacy.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Requires manual entry of relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | GNU GPLv3 |
How to extract: | Download the ZIP package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch rdex.exe. |
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TP109
on 2020-12-27 05:27
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Have used this for sometime now as my default desktop note app. Launches very quickly, easy to setup and use, and has a small footprint. Useful for taking basic notes quickly. Other than fonts, doesn't provide other options to change its appearance, allowing the user to focus on writing notes rather than on distracting options such as page layouts, backgrounds, colors, graphics, structure, or setting up menus. |