Slash commands
In the desktop and web app, you can add an element simply by typing “/” in a new line of your note.
A list of available elements:
- New linked note
- Task
- Calendar Event
- Note link
- Large header
- Medium header
- Small header
- Checklist
- Table
- Divider
- Bulleted list
- Numbered list
- Quote
- Checkbox
- Table of Contents
- Link
- Current date
- Current time
- Attachment
- Image
- Audio Recording
- Code Block
- Sketch
- Google Drive
New features (currently in preview for paid users only, coming soon for all users):
- Normal text: Insert plain text directly into your note.
- Formatting options: Apply text formatting such as bold, italics, underline, and strikethrough.
- Text alignment: Adjust text alignment to left, center, right, or indent it.
- Audio recording: Record audio directly within Evernote, whether in-person or remotely. For more information, check out the AI Meeting Notes article.
@ command
You can also add a link to an existing note by typing “@” in a new line of your note.
How to disable slash and @ command prompt
To show or hide the inline prompt that appears when placing the cursor on a new line (Press “/“ to insert an element or “@“ to add a linked note):
- Open Settings, then go to Preferences > Notes.
- Check or uncheck the "Show inline hint for slash commands" option.
How to disable / and @ commands
If you prefer not to trigger these actions when typing “/” or “@”:
- Open Settings, then go to Preferences > Notes.
- Check the commands you would like to keep enabled; or uncheck the commands you would like to disable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why aren’t slash (/) and @ commands working?
Slash (/) and @ commands are designed to work seamlessly without interrupting your writing flow. For this reason:
- If your cursor is in the middle or at the end of a line, add a space before typing / or @.
- If your cursor is at the beginning of a line, just type / or @ followed by your text to trigger the command.
Also, currently, the slash command only works when your cursor is placed in a paragraph, in headings, and in tables, but not in lists.
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