Notetaking
As I mentioned in a previous entry, I've started using Evernote for organizing information on my phone. But since that wasn't one of the options mentioned for this project, I decided to try Springpad. I have a trip coming up, with lots of things to do beforehand and a fairly expansive packing list - much different than what I usually pack. And we're going to be remodeling our kitchen (after far too many years of living with only 4 feet of counter space...), so I'll collect ideas for that, too.
Springpad was easy to download on my phone, and simple to create an account for. I also signed in on a computer, and the two automatically sync, which is great. I have to admit I poked around somewhat on the computer as opposed to my phone, mostly because I find the larger size easier on the eyes! I started out creating tasks on my phone, and quickly realized that each task was a separate item, not a list like I really wanted. I created 2 checklists instead, one for things to do and one for things to pack, and put them both in one notebook. I haven't yet checked anything off, but know you can hide finished items. Creating notebooks lets you group all like items together. They can be private or shared. Since I don't know anyone on Springpad, and don't want to broadcast our plans to all and sundry, mine are private for now. I got a bit confused over how to save the checklists, and how to get them where I wanted, so ended up with duplicates. And it took me a while to figure out how to delete unwanted items! Guess I'm a bit slow, but that's why I'm doing this project. Anyway, to delete a task or list, you go to the bottom right of the item and a little trash can shows up. It's visible all the time when you're on a computer, but you have to hover over that corner on a mobile to see it. So now it's all organized just the way I want it. I also found a website I wanted to link to, with a tour for where we're headed. I was able to add that to my notebook, too. To link on your mobile, you simply go to the site, pull up your menu (depending on how your device works), pick share and then Springpad. To do it on a computer, you can click on the add button, which is a plus sign, and it asks what you want to add - a link, a note, a task, etc. Here, obviously, you'd pick link. Simply copy and paste the link. You can also add notes to each one - really handy. Now we'll just have to see if I have data service where we're headed... I know I have it where we're lodging, but not so sure about coverage as we're out and about. Just to be safe, I printed things out, too. That's not only because I'm concerned about coverage. Everything I'm reading is telling me to leave NOTHING of value in our car, and I won't always be carrying my phone with me, as we'll be in wet spots. Water + phone = bad idea.
I started doing just some general digging around on kitchen ideas to get that notebook started. This one is a home improvement notebook, and has tabs for ideas, notes and tasks. I like that. You can use Pinterest to pin webpages, sure, but it doesn't let you make lists or keep notes. Springpad lets you put it all together. It's really easy to add items. I did most of this on a computer - again, that bigger screen thing - but it's easily done from a mobile, too. I do find some aspects of the app frustrating. I added a blog that talked about using Ikea cabinets, and the link doesn't show up in the tab with all the others. I can search for Ikea and it pops right up. I can look at All My Stuff (one of the links) and it's there, too. But look under ideas and it's just not there. I scrolled up and down - nothing. Can't go side to side, so that's no help. It's not under tasks or notes, either. Tried logging out and logging back in - still no help. Same on my mobile. I remember the blog is there now, but will I later? It has some really useful information. I'll keep look for answers.
Here's a blog comparing Pinterest, Evernote and Springpad: http://www.40tech.com/2012/04/12/springpad-vs-pinterest-vs-evernote-vs-nobody/
It says pretty much what I said - Pinterest lets you pin websites, but not add notes or tasks.
Evernote is great at the notes part, but not the pinning part.
Springpad does both.
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