OneNote options: This is how you customize it to your needs

Microsoft OneNote offers a variety of options to enhance and customize the note-taking experience. These features allow you to tailor the user interface and functionalities to suit your needs best. In this guide, you will learn how to effectively adjust the settings to use OneNote for your specific requirements.

Key Insights

• You can customize the user interface to increase efficiency.
• There are options to personalize fonts and design.
• Document proofing settings allow you to selectively ignore spelling errors.
• Automatic backup can be configured as desired.

Customize User Interface

To start OneNote in the best view for your needs, begin by adjusting the general settings.

Open the program and go to the "File" menu, then choose "Options." A dialog box will open, where you will find sections like "General," "Display," "Proofing," and other customizations.

Adjust User Interface Options

In the "General" section, you can choose whether to display the mini toolbar for selection. Activate this option to have formatting tools available directly when highlighting text. If you do not check this box, you will not have quick access to frequently used functions while editing.

When you edit text, you will notice the mini toolbar, which functions similarly to the command groups in the "Home" tab. This makes it easier to change font size, style, and color.

Customize Search Bar

You can also customize the Microsoft search box according to your preferences. Choose whether to show or hide the search bar. The shortcut Alt + D opens the search bar. If you remove the checkmark from "Reduce search bar," the bar will remain visible to you at all times.

Fonts and Design

One of the enjoyable customization options in OneNote is selecting fonts and theme design.

Set Standard Font

You have the option to change the default font used in OneNote. By default, the font is set to "Calibri" at a size of 11. You can modify this and choose a different font or color that you prefer.

Dark and Light Mode

OneNote also allows you to switch between colorful and monochromatic designs. If you prefer a brighter display, you can activate the dark mode. Note that all Microsoft Office applications will be displayed in the same mode when you switch designs.

Customize Document Proofing

You have the option to make specific settings for spell checking to optimize input.

Set Word Ignoring

In the options, you can choose to ignore certain words and formats during spell checking. This could be useful to avoid specialized terms or abbreviations being marked as errors.

Enable Spelling Check

Additionally, you can specify if spelling should be checked during input. This function is particularly useful for quickly recognizing and correcting typos.

Configure Automatic Backup

To ensure your notes are never lost, automatic backup is an essential feature.

Set Backup Frequency

You can set the frequency of automatic backup for your notebooks. Choose whether you want a daily, weekly, or even hourly backup of data. These settings can be adjusted in the "Save and Backup" section.

Personal Customizations in the Menu

Another important function in OneNote is the ability to customize the menu and toolbars individually.

Custom Toolbars

You can customize your quick access toolbar to have the most frequently used functions at your fingertips. This significantly speeds up your workflow.

Additional Settings

In OneNote, you also have the option to activate add-ins. These enhance the program's functionality by adding additional options and programs.

Summary

In this guide, you have learned about the various customizations that help you make the most of Microsoft OneNote. You have discovered how to configure the user interface, fonts, design, document reviews, and note backup according to your preferences. These customizations ensure that OneNote becomes even more effective for you.