You can download Nebo on the App Store (opens in new tab). Syncing is also available through MyScript's own service, or you can choose iCloud, Dropbox, and more. You can also export as text, HTML, PDF, or Word documents. With Nebo, you can convert handwritten text a paragraph at a time or as an entire notebook. There are multiple digital pen tools offered in Nebo, so you can choose whatever you like best and add photos and videos, diagrams, and even equations alongside your text. Nebo will convert on-the-fly, and the conversion is also non-destructive - this means you can preserve both the handwriting and the text if it is not a perfect translation. With the Nebo app, you can use your Apple Pencil on your iPad to write out, by hand, anything you want. (Image credit: Nebo) Nebo (Free with in-app purchases)ĭo you enjoy handwriting notes but want it converted into regular text just to make life easier, especially if your writing is a little hard to read? Then MyScript Nebo is one to consider for handwriting conversion. You can download GoodNotes 5 on the App Store (opens in new tab). This powerful and comprehensive note-taking app works great on iPad with Apple Pencil. There is built-in handwriting search recognition, text conversion, and more.

It supports writing and drawing with your Apple Pencil or even a third-party stylus option. When it comes to actual handwriting, GoodNotes also excels. If that's not enough, you can also upload your own custom template too, and there are different cover styles for digital notebooks that you can write or sketch on for further personalization. You can choose from a massive selection of digital paper types to suit any need you have: lined, graph, design, music notation, and more. GoodNotes is packed with plenty of robust features, including handwriting and sketching with Apple Pencil. If you're a power user when it comes to note-taking, GoodNotes is one of the best note-taking apps for iPad and Apple Pencil. (Image credit: Time Based Technology Limited) GoodNotes 5 (Free with in-app purchases)

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