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While all of the Microsoft Office applications are capable of creating and storing notes, the best one for note-taking will depend on your specific needs and preferences. Here are a few options: Microsoft OneNote: OneNote is a dedicated note-taking application that allows you to capture, organize, and store notes in a digital notebook format. OneNote is designed for taking […]
» Read moreASK YOURSELF: How do I find a relevant statute when I don’t know the citation? How can I search a statutory code’s table of contents? LEXIS+ TIP: Searches in statutes can be cumbersome to navigate. Save time by starting with the Table of Contents when researching a statutory issue, and find your relevant statute quickly! LEARN IT [short video]: https://youtu.be/ncd9rVwpmOA TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE: You […]
» Read moreEvernote and OneNote are both popular note-taking applications that allow you to capture, organize, and store information. Here are a few key differences between the two: User Interface: OneNote has a more structured and visually appealing user interface with a ribbon menu and a hierarchical notebook structure. Evernote’s interface is simpler and more streamlined with a more linear notebook […]
» Read moreASK YOURSELF: How do I find information on a particular topic? Where do I start with topical research? LEXIS+ TIP: Topic Summary Reports give you a jump start on your research by providing a fantastic overview – all in one place! Topic Summaries provide the legal definition as defined by the court, the seminal cases for that topic, the elements to […]
» Read moreMicrosoft OneNote and Microsoft Word are both powerful tools for creating and managing text-based content, but they have different strengths and are designed for different purposes. Here are a few reasons why you might use OneNote instead of Word: Note-taking: OneNote is designed specifically for note-taking and is optimized for quickly capturing and organizing ideas, meeting notes, research, […]
» Read moreLEXIS+ TIP: If you want all the key answers for your classes you need to extract the right information from the cases you’re reading each day and you need to do it the first time reading through the case. The LexisNexis law school Case Brief is the best way to get started. LEARN IT [short video]: https://youtu.be/pZU6OlXZ35Q TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE: You’re reviewing your class […]
» Read moreYes, Microsoft OneNote can be used offline. OneNote is a digital note-taking application that can be used both online and offline. When you are online, your notes are synced to Microsoft’s servers, which allows you to access them from any device that has OneNote installed. However, when you are offline, you can still access and edit your notes on your […]
» Read moreYes, Microsoft OneNote has handwriting recognition capabilities that can convert your handwritten notes to text. When you write with a stylus or your finger on a touch screen device, OneNote can convert your handwriting to text so that you can search and edit your notes more easily. This feature is called “Ink to Text,” and it’s available in OneNote for […]
» Read moreLEXIS+ TIP: Let’s say you are trying to retrieve a law journal article but you aren’t sure how to abbreviate the journal publication. Or you want to retrieve a case discussed in class, but instead of a citation you only have the party names. Find the right citation format fast with Get a Doc Assistance on Lexis+. LEARN IT [short video]: https://youtu.be/CU8udgIQoVM TEST […]
» Read moreWhile Microsoft OneNote has many benefits, there are also some potential disadvantages to consider. Here are a few to keep in mind: Learning curve: OneNote is a powerful tool with many features, and it can take some time to learn how to use it effectively. Some users may find it overwhelming or confusing at first. Organization: While OneNote provides many […]
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