Noteboards in Zoho Notebook

Noteboards in Zoho Notebook

Overview

Noteboards help you organize and view your notes in a more focused way without moving or duplicating them.

Think of a Noteboard as a filtered view of your notes, similar to a Pinterest board. Instead of storing notes in a separate location, a Noteboard displays notes that match specific criteria, making it easier to access related content whenever you need it.

For example, you can create a Noteboard to view:

  • All notes tagged Travel
  • Recent meeting notes
  • Favorite recipes
  • Work-related documents
  • Notes containing checklists

Since Noteboards only display references to your existing notes, any changes you make to a note are reflected everywhere that note appears.

Availability

Noteboards are currently available on:

NotesNote: Noteboards are currently not available on Android, iPhone, or iPad.

Why Use Noteboards?

Noteboards help you:

  • Organize notes without moving them between notebooks.
  • Create custom views for projects, topics, or workflows.
  • Quickly access related notes in one place.
  • Group notes based on filters instead of manually maintaining collections.
  • Keep your notebook structure simple while creating multiple ways to view the same notes.

To create a Noteboard

  1. Click the ( + ) icon from the menu bar and click Noteboard.

To add lists to the Noteboard

  1. Start by giving the Noteboard a title of your choice

  2. Click the Add List button in the center of the screen.

    1. Alternatively, you can also click the icon in the top-right corner.

  1. You can also choose to add lists from the suggestions given.

  2. Create a custom list by directly creating new notes by clicking the + icon on the list.

NotesNote: You can't apply filters to a custom list.

To add lists using filters

  1. Click Add List.

  2. Click the Add Filter button.

    1. Alternatively, you can click on the gear icon to add filters.

  1. Click the ( + ) icon and choose from the various filter options to create a list by applying filters.

The following is a demo on how you can add list by applying a filter


To delete a list

  1. Click the gear icon of the list you want to delete

  2. Click the Delete List button to delete the list


To share a Noteboard

  1. Hover over the three-dot button below the Noteboard you want to share.

  2. Click Share.

  3. Click Add Members and enter the email addresses you want the Noteboard to be shared with.

  4. You can also give them access to View and Edit.

  5. Click Share.



To change the Cover of a Noteboard

  1. Hover over the the three-dot button below the Noteboard you wish to change the cover of.

  2. Click Change Cover.

  3. Choose a new cover from the provided options.

 

To custom Sort your Noteboards  

  1. Hover over the Sort by button in the top-right corner.

  2. Select Custom and drag to sort the Noteboards by your choice.

    1. You can also sort by selecting the other default options.

 

To mark your Noteboard as favorite

  1. Hover over the bottom of the Noteboard you wish to mark as favorite, and click the star icon.

    1. Alternatively, open the Noteboard, click the three-dot button in the top-right corner, and select Favorite Board.


To delete a Noteboard

  1. Hover over the three-dot button below the Noteboard you wish to delete.

  2. Click Delete .

  3. Confirm the deletion.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between a Notebook and a Noteboard?

A Notebook stores your notes.

A Noteboard is a filtered view that displays notes matching specific criteria. It does not store or duplicate notes.

2. Does creating a Noteboard duplicate my notes?

No. A Noteboard simply displays your existing notes based on the filters you configure.

3. Can a note appear in multiple Noteboards?

Yes. The same note can appear in multiple Noteboards if it matches their filter criteria.

4. What happens if I delete a Noteboard?

Only the Noteboard is removed. All notes displayed in it remain in your account.

5. Is Noteboard available in the Free plan?

Yes. Noteboards are available to all Zoho Notebook users, including those on the Free, Pro Lite, Pro, and Business plans.

Conclusion

With Noteboards in Zoho Notebook, you can significantly enhance your note-taking and organizational capabilities. You can create, customize, and manage Noteboards to streamline both personal and professional workflows, keeping your notes tidy and accessible. For any questions, please contact support@zohonotebook.com.