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MyScript NotesLinwood Butterfly
Freemium

Offered in several plans; the homepage links to a plan comparison.

 Free

Free and open source under the AGPL-3.0 licence.

Windows, macOS, Android, iOS Linux, Android, Web
  • Converts handwriting into editable typed text
  • Pen gestures for erasing and emphasis while writing
  • Infinite canvas instead of fixed pages
  • Strokes and elements stay editable after placing them
  • Designed for devices with a pen or stylus
  • Proprietary, with some features tied to paid plans
  • Freeform canvas suits handwriting more than structured text notes
  • Infinite canvas documents can be harder to navigate than linear notes
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: AGPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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