Gnotes

Gnotes (pronounced "jee-notes") is a colloquial term primarily used within digital note-taking and productivity circles. It refers to the individual, often unstructured, pieces of information, observations, ideas, or reminders a user creates and stores within a note-taking system. gnotes can vary greatly in length, format (text, images, audio, etc.), and purpose, ranging from fleeting thoughts to detailed research findings. The essence of a gnote lies in its atomic nature - a self-contained unit designed for easy capture, retrieval, and, in the context of interconnected note-taking systems, eventual connection to other related gnotes. These may or may not have a title. The goal of gnotes are to quickly capture ideas and thoughts that the user would like to capture, but may be subject to change later on.

Gnotes meaning with examples

• I'm using Obsidian to create a second brain, and I'm generating a large number of gnotes for research. Each captures a specific piece of data or insight. They are very handy for linking different concepts in different fields. The process is helping me build up an ever-expanding network of knowledge. They really help me to see how things relate to one another.
• During the meeting, I quickly jotted down several gnotes on my tablet. These included key discussion points, action items, and follow-up questions. I later organized these gnotes into a more structured report, but their initial capture as individual, easily-digestible units was essential for efficient note-taking. It lets me make sure I get everything I need quickly and efficiently.
• My daily journaling process revolves around creating a series of gnotes, each addressing a specific aspect of my day – noteworthy events, reflections, gratitude, etc. These become the building blocks of my larger journal entries. I find it easier to break things down into smaller chunks. I have a very hard time coming up with a huge document.
• I'm trying to map out my novel's plot using a gnote-based system. Each gnote represents a character, scene, or plot point. This allows me to easily rearrange and connect ideas as the narrative evolves, allowing me to make sure I can make changes easily. Then I will be able to see what I need to change or what I may need to add.