Quick Start
This guide covers every Evernote feature:
- Başlarken — Create account and basic setup
- How to Use Notes — Capture ideas in any format
- How to Use Tasks — Track to-dos inside your notes
- How to Use Calendar — Link notes to events
- How to Use Templates — Save time with reusable formats
- How to Use Space Creator — Organize team content in shared areas
- How to Use Self Organizer — Sort notes with tags and notebooks
- How to Use AI Text to Speech — Listen to your notes hands-free
- How to Use AI Transcribe — Turn audio into searchable text
- How to Use PDF Editor — Annotate and edit PDFs in-app
Time needed: 5 minutes per feature
Also in this guide: Pro Tips | Common Mistakes | Sorun giderme | Fiyatlandırma | Alternatifler
Why Trust This Guide
I’ve used Evernote for over 3 years and tested every feature covered here. This how to use Evernote tutorial comes from real hands-on experience — not marketing fluff or vendor screenshots.
Evernote is one of the most powerful note-taking and productivity tools available today.
But most users only scratch the surface of what it can do.
This guide shows you how to use every major feature.
Step by step, with screenshots and pro tips.
Evernote Tutorial
This complete Evernote tutorial walks you through every feature step by step, from initial setup to advanced tips that will make you a power user.
Evernote
Turn scattered notes into an organized second brain. Evernote captures metin, images, audio, and PDFs — then makes everything searchable in seconds. Start free today.
Evernote'a Başlamak
Before using any feature, complete this one-time setup.
It takes about 3 minutes.
Watch this quick overview first:
Now let’s walk through each step.
Step 1: Create Your Account
Go to evernote.com.
Click “Get Started Free” in the top right corner.
Enter your email and create a password.
You can also sign up with your Google account.
✓ Checkpoint: Kontrol edin gelen kutusu for a confirmation email.
Step 2: Download or Access the App
Evernote works on web, desktop (Mac/Windows), and mobile (iOS/Android).
Download the app for your device or use the web version.
Log in with your new account.
Here’s what the dashboard looks like:
✓ Checkpoint: You should see the main dashboard with the left sidebar.
Step 3: Complete Initial Setup
Customize your Home dashboard with widgets like Tasks and Recently Captured.
Install the Evernote Web Clipper browser extension.
Connect your Google Calendar if you want event-linked notes.
✅ Done: You’re ready to use any feature below.
How to Use Evernote Notes
Notlar lets you capture ideas in text, images, audio, and file attachments.
Here’s how to use it step by step.
Watch Notes in action:
Now let’s break down each step.
Step 1: Create a New Note
Click the green “+” button or press Ctrl+N (Cmd+N on Mac).
A blank note opens in the editor.
Step 2: Add Your Content
Type your title at the top of the note.
Use the toolbar to format text with bold, italic, or headings.
Press “/” to access quick-insert options like tables, checklists, or dividers.
Drag and drop images, PDFs, or audio files directly into the note.
✓ Checkpoint: Your note should show formatted content with any attached media.
Step 3: Organize Into a Notebook
Click the notebook name at the top of your note.
Select an existing notebook or create a new one.
Add tags to make the note easier to find Daha sonra.
✅ Result: Your first note is created and organized in a notebook.
💡 Profesyonel İpucu: Use a dedicated “Inbox” notebook for quick captures. Sort notes into proper notebooks during a weekly review.
How to Use Evernote Tasks
Görevler lets you create to-do items inside your notes with due dates and reminders.
Here’s how to use it step by step.
Watch Tasks in action:
Now let’s break down each step.
Step 1: Open the Tasks View
Click “Tasks” in the left sidebar to open the full-screen task manager.
You’ll see tabs for My Tasks, Today, and filtered views.
Step 2: Create a New Task
Click “New Task” and type your task description.
Set a due date, priority level, and reminder.
Link the task to a specific note for context.
✓ Checkpoint: Your task should appear in the task list with the due date visible.
Step 3: Manage and Complete Tasks
Check off tasks as you finish them.
Set recurring tasks for daily or weekly habits.
Use the “Today” tab to focus on what’s due now.
✅ Result: You have a working task system linked directly to your notes.
💡 Profesyonel İpucu: Add tasks directly inside toplantı notları. That way, action items stay connected to the discussion that created them.
How to Use Evernote Calendar
Takvim lets you link notes to events and see your schedule alongside your notes.
Here’s how to use it step by step.
Watch Calendar in action:
Now let’s break down each step.
Step 1: Connect Your Calendar
Go to Settings and find the Calendar section.
Connect your Google Calendar or Outlook account.
You can also use Evernote’s built-in standalone calendar.
Step 2: Link Notes to Events
Open a calendar event and click “Add Note.”
Select an existing note or create a new one.
Your meeting notes are now tied to that event.
✓ Checkpoint: The event should show a linked note icon in your calendar view.
Step 3: View Your Schedule
Click “Calendar” in the left sidebar for a full view.
See all events with linked notes in one place.
Click any event to jump straight to its note.
✅ Result: Your calendar and notes work together as one system.
💡 Profesyonel İpucu: Create meeting prep notes the day before. When the meeting starts, everything you need is one click away from the calendar event.
How to Use Evernote Templates
Şablonlar lets you create reusable note formats for recurring tasks like meetings or project plans.
Here’s how to use it step by step.
Watch Templates in action:
Now let’s break down each step.
Step 1: Browse the Template Gallery
Click “New Note” and then select “Templates.”
Gözat categories like meetings, projects, and personal planning.
Step 2: Apply a Template
Click on any template to preview it.
Hit “Use Template” to create a new note with that format.
Fill in the pre-built sections with your content.
✓ Checkpoint: Your note should show the template layout with placeholder sections ready to fill.
Step 3: Create Custom Templates
Build a note with the format you want to reuse.
Click the menu icon and select “Save as Template.”
Name your template and it’s ready for future use.
✅ Result: You have reusable templates that save time on recurring notes.
💡 Profesyonel İpucu: Create a weekly review template with sections for wins, challenges, and next week’s priorities. Use it every Friday to stay on track.
How to Use Evernote Space Creator
Space Creator lets you build shared workspaces for team projects and collaboration.
Here’s how to use it step by step.
Watch Space Creator in action:
Now let’s break down each step.
Step 1: Create a New Space
Click “Spaces” in the left sidebar.
Hit the “+” icon to create a new space.
Give it a name and description.
Step 2: Add Content and Members
Drag notebooks and notes into the space.
Invite team members by email.
Set permissions for who can view or edit.
✓ Checkpoint: Your space should show shared content with member avatars visible.
Step 3: Manage Your Space
Pin important notes to the top of the space.
Use status labels to track progress on shared documents.
Monitor activity in the space feed.
✅ Result: Your team has a shared workspace with organized content and clear permissions.
💡 Profesyonel İpucu: Create separate spaces for each project. Pin the project brief at the top so new members can get up to speed fast.
How to Use Evernote Self Organizer
Self Organizer lets you sort and find notes using tags, notebooks, stacks, and saved searches.
Here’s how to use it step by step.
Watch Self Organizer in action:
Now let’s break down each step.
Step 1: Set Up Your Notebook Structure
Create 3-4 main notebooks like “Work,” “Personal,” and “Projects.”
Group related notebooks into stacks for cleaner navigation.
Step 2: Apply Tags to Your Notes
Open any note and click the tag icon.
Type a tag name or select from existing tags.
Use tags for cross-notebook topics like “meeting-notes” or “research.”
✓ Checkpoint: Your note should show tag labels below the title.
Step 3: Create Saved Searches
Run a search with your most-used filters.
Click “Save Search” to store it for one-click access.
Add shortcuts to your favorite notes and notebooks in the sidebar.
✅ Result: Your notes are organized with tags, notebooks, and quick-access shortcuts.
💡 Profesyonel İpucu: Think of stacks as filing cabinet drawers, notebooks as folders, and notes as pages. Keep it simple — 3 to 4 main notebooks cover most people’s needs.
How to Use Evernote AI Text to Speech
AI Text to Speech lets you listen to your notes read aloud for hands-free review.
Here’s how to use it step by step.
Watch AI Text to Speech in action:
Now let’s break down each step.
Step 1: Open a Note
Navigate to any note you want to listen to.
Make sure the note has text content.
Step 2: Activate Text to Speech
Click the AI menu icon in the note toolbar.
Select “Read Aloud” or “Text to Speech.”
Choose your preferred ses ve hız.
✓ Checkpoint: You should hear your note being read aloud with playback controls visible.
Step 3: Control Playback
Use play, pause, and skip controls to navigate.
Adjust the reading speed to match your preference.
✅ Result: You can review notes hands-free while commuting or exercising.
💡 Profesyonel İpucu: Use text-to-speech to proofread your writing. Hearing your words out loud catches errors your eyes miss.
How to Use Evernote AI Transcribe
AI Transcribe lets you turn voice recordings and audio into searchable text notes.
Here’s how to use it step by step.
Watch AI Transcribe in action:
Now let’s break down each step.
Step 1: Record or Upload Audio
Open a note and click the microphone icon to record.
Or drag an existing audio file into the note.
Step 2: Start Transcription
Click the “Transcribe” button on the audio attachment.
Wait for the AI to process your audio.
The text appears below the audio player.
✓ Checkpoint: You should see the transcribed text alongside the audio player in your note.
Step 3: Edit and Search
Review the transcription and fix any errors.
The transcribed text is now fully searchable across all your notes.
✅ Result: Your audio recordings are now searchable text you can reference anytime.
💡 Profesyonel İpucu: Record voice memos during meetings, then transcribe them after. You’ll capture details you would have missed taking manual notes.
How to Use Evernote PDF Editor
PDF Düzenleyici lets you annotate, highlight, and edit PDF documents without leaving Evernote.
Here’s how to use it step by step.
Watch PDF Editor in action:
Now let’s break down each step.
Step 1: Attach a PDF
Drag a PDF file into any note.
Or use the Web Clipper to save a PDF from your browser.
Step 2: Annotate the PDF
Click on the PDF attachment to open the editor.
Use tools to highlight text, add notes, or draw on the document.
Add text annotations to mark important sections.
✓ Checkpoint: Your PDF should show highlights and annotations in the editor view.
Step 3: Search Within the PDF
Use Evernote’s search to find text inside your PDFs.
OCR technology makes scanned documents searchable too.
✅ Result: Your PDFs are annotated and searchable within Evernote.
💡 Profesyonel İpucu: Scan paper documents with your phone, then annotate them in Evernote. It’s the fastest way to go paperless.
Evernote Pro Tips and Shortcuts
After testing Evernote for over 3 years, here are my best tips.
Klavye Kısayolları
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| New Note | Ctrl+N (Cmd+N) |
| Search Notes | Ctrl+Q (Cmd+Q) |
| New Task | Ctrl+T (Cmd+T) |
| Bold Text | Ctrl+B (Cmd+B) |
Hidden Features Most People Miss
- Email to Evernote: Forward emails to your unique Evernote email address. Add @NotebookName in the subject line to auto-file them.
- Advanced Search Operators: Type “tag:meeting created:day-7” to find all meeting-tagged notes from the past week.
- Internal Note Links: Right-click any note and select “Copy Internal Link.” Paste it in another note to create a clickable link between notes.
Evernote Common Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake #1: Creating Too Many Notebooks
❌ Wrong: Creating a separate notebook for every topic, ending up with 50+ notebooks you can’t navigate.
✅ Right: Limit yourself to 3-4 main notebooks. Use tags for more specific organization across notebooks.
Mistake #2: Not Using Tags
❌ Wrong: Relying only on notebooks to find notes, then spending 10 minutes searching.
✅ Right: Add 2-3 tags to every note. Tags let you filter across all notebooks in seconds.
Mistake #3: Skipping the Inbox System
❌ Wrong: Saving notes directly into random notebooks without reviewing or organizing them.
✅ Right: Use a dedicated “Inbox” notebook. Capture everything there first, then sort during a weekly review.
Evernote Troubleshooting
Problem: Notes Not Syncing Across Cihazlar
Cause: Poor internet connection, outdated app version, or sync conflict.
Düzeltmek: Check your internet connection. Update Evernote to the latest version. Go to Settings > Sync and click “Sync Now” to force a manual sync.
Problem: Search Not Finding Notes
Cause: Notes haven’t been indexed yet, or your search terms are too broad.
Düzeltmek: Wait a few minutes after creating notes for indexing. Use search operators like “tag:” or “notebook:” to narrow results.
Problem: App Running Slowly
Cause: Too many notes loading at once, or large attachments slowing performance.
Düzeltmek: Close unused notebooks. Clear the app cache in Settings. Archive old notes you don’t need daily access to.
📌 Not: If none of these fix your issue, contact Evernote support.
Evernote nedir?
Evernote is a note-taking and productivity tool that captures, organizes, and makes all your information searchable in one place.
Think of it like a digital filing cabinet that can search everything inside it — including text within images and PDFs.
Watch this quick overview:
It includes these key features:
- Notlar: Capture text, images, audio, and files in rich-format notes
- Görevler: Create to-do items with due dates and reminders inside your notes
- Takvim: Link notes to events and sync with Google Calendar or Outlook
- Şablonlar: Start notes with pre-built formats for meetings, projects, and planning
- Space Creator: Build shared team workspaces with permissions and collaboration
- Self Organizer: Sort notes with tags, notebooks, stacks, and saved searches
- AI Text to Speech: Listen to your notes read aloud
- AI Transcribe: Turn voice recordings into searchable text
- PDF Düzenleyici: Annotate, highlight, and search within PDF documents
For a full review, see our Evernote review.
Evernote Pricing
Here’s what Evernote costs in 2026:
| Plan | Fiyat | En İyisi İçin |
|---|---|---|
| Kişisel | $10.83 | Individuals who need unlimited devices and more storage |
| Profesyonel | $14.16 | Power users who need advanced tasks and calendar integration |
| Girişim | Gelenek | Teams needing shared spaces, admin controls, and SSO |
Ücretsiz deneme sürümü: Yes, Evernote offers a free plan with limited notes and one device.
Para iade garantisi: No official money-back guarantee, but you can cancel anytime.
💰 Best Value: Personal — gives you unlimited devices, 10 GB monthly uploads, and all core features at the lowest paid price.
Evernote vs Alternatives
How does Evernote compare? Here’s the competitive landscape:
| Alet | En İyisi İçin | Fiyat | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evernote | Note capture and search | $10.83/mo | ⭐ 4 |
| Benzer | AI meeting notes | $10/mo | ⭐ 4.2 |
| Kavram | All-in-one workspace | $10/mo | ⭐ 4.5 |
| Ateşböcekleri Yapay Zekası | Meeting transcription | $10/mo | ⭐ 4.3 |
| ClickUp | Proje yönetimi | 7$/ay | ⭐ 4.4 |
| Kapasiteler | Knowledge management | 9,99 ABD doları/ay | ⭐ 4.3 |
| Taskade | AI-powered tasks and notes | 8$/ay | ⭐ 4.2 |
| Microsoft OneNote | Free note-taking | Özgür | ⭐ 4.3 |
Quick picks:
- Best overall: Notion — flexible all-in-one workspace with free tier and databases
- Best budget: Microsoft OneNote — completely free with solid features
- Best for beginners: Evernote — simple interface with fast note capture
- Best for meetings: Fireflies AI — automatic meeting transcription and summaries
🎯 Evernote Alternatives
Looking for Evernote alternatives? Here are the top options:
- 🚀 Benzer şekilde: AI-powered meeting asistan that records, transcribes, and generates action items from every meeting automatically.
- 💰 Kavram: All-in-one workspace with databases, wikis, and project tools. Free plan has unlimited pages with no note limits.
- 🎨 Ateşböcekleri Yapay Zekası: Records and transcribes meetings across Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet. Searchable conversation database.
- ⚡ ClickUp: Full project management suite with docs, tasks, and goals. Great for teams who need more than notes.
- 🧠 Kapasiteler: Object-based note-taking for knowledge workers. Links people, meetings, and ideas into a connected graph.
- 🔧 Taskade: AI-powered workspace that combines notes, tasks, and mind maps. Great for beyin fırtınası and team collaboration.
- 👶 Notejoy: Simple team notebook for fast collaboration. Clean interface with real-time editing and threaded discussions.
- 🎯 Notta: AI transcription tool that turns meetings and voice memos into organized, searchable text notes.
- 🌟 Zanaat: Beautiful document and note editor for Apple users. Markdown support with rich media and sharing options.
- 📊 MeetGeek: Auto-records meetings and creates AI summaries with highlights. Integrates with CRM and project tools.
- 🔥 Bellek Yapay Zekası: AI-first note-taking that auto-organizes your notes. No folders needed — just write and let AI sort.
- 💼 Microsoft OneNote: Free digital notebook with freeform canvas. Best for users already in the Microsoft 365 suite.
For the full list, see our Evernote alternatifleri guide.
⚔️ Evernote Compared
Here’s how Evernote stacks up against each competitor:
- Evernote ve Sembly karşılaştırması: Evernote is better for general note-taking. Sembly wins for automatic meeting transcription and AI-generated action items.
- Evernote ve Notion karşılaştırması: Evernote is faster for quick captures. Notion wins with databases, wikis, and project management in one tool.
- Evernote ve Fireflies Yapay Zeka Karşılaştırması: Evernote handles all note types. Fireflies wins for automatic meeting recording and searchable transcripts.
- Evernote ve ClickUp karşılaştırması: Evernote is simpler to start using. ClickUp wins for teams needing full project management alongside docs.
- Evernote ve Capacities karşılaştırması: Evernote has better search and OCR. Capacities wins for building connected knowledge graphs between notes.
- Evernote ve Taskade karşılaştırması: Evernote is more mature with proven reliability. Taskade wins for AI-powered task creation and mind mapping.
- Evernote ve Notejoy karşılaştırması: Evernote has more features overall. Notejoy wins for fast team collaboration with a cleaner, simpler interface.
- Evernote ve Notta karşılaştırması: Evernote covers broader note-taking needs. Notta wins for dedicated meeting transcription with multi-language support.
- Evernote vs Craft: Evernote works across all platforms. Craft wins for Apple users who want beautiful document design and sharing.
- Evernote ve MeetGeek karşılaştırması: Evernote is better for everyday notes. MeetGeek wins for automated meeting recordings with CRM entegrasyon.
- Evernote ve Mem AI karşılaştırması: Evernote offers more control over organization. Mem AI wins for users who want AI to sort and connect notes automatically.
- Evernote ve Microsoft OneNote karşılaştırması: Evernote has superior search and web clipping. OneNote wins on price (free) and Microsoft 365 integration.
Start Using Evernote Now
You learned how to use every major Evernote feature:
- ✅ Notes
- ✅ Tasks
- ✅ Calendar
- ✅ Templates
- ✅ Space Creator
- ✅ Self Organizer
- ✅ AI Text to Speech
- ✅ AI Transcribe
- ✅ PDF Editor
Next step: Pick one feature and try it now.
Most people start with Notes.
It takes less than 5 minutes.
Sıkça Sorulan Sorular
What was the downfall of Evernote?
Evernote struggled after raising prices and limiting the free plan to 50 notes and one device. Bending Spoons acquired the company in 2023 and has been rebuilding it with performance fixes and AI features. The app is still active and receiving major updates heading into 2026.
What has replaced Evernote?
Popular Evernote alternatives include Notion for all-in-one workspaces, Microsoft OneNote for free note-taking, and Obsidian for local-first knowledge management. However, Evernote still excels at fast note capture and powerful search across documents and images.
What is Evernote used for?
Evernote is a note-taking app for capturing ideas, managing tasks, and organizing documents. People use it as a digital filing cabinet for meeting notes, research, receipts, web clippings, and project planning. It syncs across all your devices.
Will I lose my notes if I cancel Evernote?
No, your notes stay in your account if you cancel a paid plan. You’ll be downgraded to the free plan with its limits. You can still access and export your notes. It’s a good idea to export a backup before making any changes.
Is Evernote still worth it in 2025?
Evernote is worth it if you need powerful search, OCR for scanning documents, and a reliable cross-platform not uygulaması. The Personal plan at $10.83/month gives you strong value. If you mainly need a free tool or project management features, Notion or OneNote may be better fits.
What do people use Evernote for?
People use Evernote for meeting notes, task management, web clipping, document scanning, and personal knowledge management. Students use it for research. Professionals use it to track projects. Anyone can use it as a searchable digital brain for all their information.
What is the disadvantage of Evernote?
The main downsides are the limited free plan (50 notes, 1 device), rising subscription costs, and occasional sync issues. Some users also find the app slower than lighter alternatives. The lack of true offline editing on the free plan is another common complaint.
How does Evernote work?
Evernote stores your notes in the cloud and syncs them across your devices. You create notes inside notebooks, add tags for organization, and use search to find anything. The app indexes all text — including text inside images and PDFs — making everything searchable.
English 
Spanish 
Chinese 
German 
French 
Arabic 
Russian 
Portuguese 
Japanese 
Korean 
Italian 
Turkish 
Dutch 
Polish 
Indonesian 
Thai 
Vietnamese 