Simplifine’s editor is a powerful yet simple tool, perfect for note-taking and organizing your research. It combines ease of use with robust features to help you structure, enhance, and connect your notes to your broader research workflow.Documentation Index
Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.simplifine.com/llms.txt
Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
Using the / Sign
The / sign provides access to a range of formatting and structural tools within the editor. Below are the features you can access:1. Headings (H1, H2, H3)
- Use heading levels to structure your notes hierarchically: - H1: Main headings. - H2: Subheadings. - H3: Smaller subsections.
2. Bold, Italics, and Underline
- Bold: Highlight important terms or sections.
- Italics: Emphasize key points or references.
- Underline: Draw attention to critical information.
3. Color Text
- Add color to specific text for categorization or emphasis. Choose from a palette to visually differentiate content.
4. Links
- Insert hyperlinks to external websites or internal Simplifine documents for easy cross-referencing.
5. Code Snippet
- Add snippets of code for technical notes or data analysis, with proper formatting for readability.
6. Add Image
- Insert images into your notes for visual context. This is ideal for charts, figures, or screenshots.
7. Add Table
- Create tables directly within your notes for structured data presentation or comparisons.
Using the @ Sign
The @ sign allows you to mention and tag various entities in your notes, creating seamless connections across your research materials.Mentions and Tags
When you type @, you’ll see six options:- PDFs
- Sheets
- Notes
- Quotes
- People
- Tags
Tagging Files (PDFs, Sheets, Notes)
- Tag entire files (PDFs, Sheets, or Notes) with @ followed by their name or select them from a dropdown.
- Tagged files act like hyperlinks: Clicking the tag opens the file directly.
Tagging Specific Sections (Quotes)
To tag a specific section of a document:- Highlight the section in the file you want to reference.
- The highlighted part is saved as a Quotation.
- Use @ to tag the quotation in your notes.
Quotation Features:
- Displays the source file and page number of the tagged section.
- Keyboard Users: Press Cmd + left click on the quotation to open the exact place in the source document.
- Mouse Users: Click the “…” icon in the bottom-right corner of the quotation to open the original source.
Tagging People (Teamspace)
- In the Teamspace build (currently in development), you can tag collaborators by name using the @ sign.
- This feature enhances collaboration and tracking in shared research environments.
Tagging Tags
- Simplifine is developing functionality to tag other tags, enabling even deeper levels of organization.
- Early Access: If you’d like to try this feature, email us at founders@simplifine.com.
Simplifine’s editor empowers you to write, organize, and connect your notes seamlessly. With its markdown tools, tagging system, and advanced referencing capabilities, it’s designed to elevate your research efficiency and collaboration.

