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Note-taking made easier for everyone—redesigning OneNote
3-4 minutes
Today, we are excited to announce that we updated the design of OneNote
for Windows 10, Mac, iOS, Android and OneNote Online. These design
features, rolling out over the coming weeks, include three key areas of
focus:
• Enhancing usability for those who use assistive technologies.
• Simplifying navigation controls.
• Creating consistency across devices.
View this video with audio descriptions here.
Enhanced usability for all
As Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said, “We will focus on designing and
building products that our customers love and that are accessible to
everyone and built for each of us.” In this update, we focused on making
OneNote more usable for those with disabilities—such as vision and
mobility impairments. We interviewed hundreds of people and analyzed
product telemetry to understand how to improve keyboard shortcuts and
the screen reader experience. We’re excited to share a vastly improved
user experience in these two areas.
Now you can more easily use OneNote with keyboard shortcuts.
Simplified navigation
We worked with users to learn how we could improve the navigation
layout—especially for larger notebooks with more sections. Now, the
navigation controls are all in one area on the left-hand side of the
app. This allows users to easily switch between their notes and
dramatically improves usability with assistive technologies. With the
new consolidated and simplified design, screen readers can easily
navigate through the app to help those with disabilities. In addition,
content is front and center—helping students to focus and avoid
distractions.
Screenshot of OneNote’s new design showing the navigation all on the
left hand side. The columns are labeled from left to right: Notebooks,
Sections, Pages.
Consistency across devices
Today, OneNote users often use a range of devices. Having a cohesive
user experience across all screens makes it simple for users to jump
from one device to the next. With this update, regardless of what device
someone is using, the experience will be the same—allowing users to
capture thoughts, jot down notes and get things done more quickly. This
update is also exciting for schools, where device variety is
increasingly common. Students will now be able to easily transition
between their home and school devices, keeping them focused on their
school work. Steve Sawczyn, a OneNote user with visual impairments
emphasized the benefits, “I love that between devices it just works, so
I can focus on taking notes and not logistics. This is truly awesome and
empowering.”
Image of OneNote across three different devices: Computer, tablet and
phone. Screen shows that OneNote is a consistent experience and
available across multiple devices.
OneNote is available with a consistent experience across devices.
The new redesign for OneNote is rolling out for Windows 10, Mac, iOS,
Android and OneNote Online over the coming weeks. Check out our help
article for support and to learn more about the specifics of OneNote’s
update.
To get OneNote for free, leave a suggestion or ask for help, follow
these links:
• Get OneNote: Mac | iOS | Android | Windows | OneNote Online
• Suggestions: OneNote UserVoice
• Help: Answers.Microsoft.com
—March Rogers, OneNote director of design
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