How to Migrate Your Evernote Notes to Microsoft OneNote
We’ll start with the easy way first
Take note, notetakers—Evernote has pretty decent competition, not least from Microsoft’s own OneNote app. This free-to-use tool has no limitations and doesn’t require a subscription to use, making it one step better than Evernote with its complicated pricing plans.
If you’ve decided to jump ship, Microsoft has made the process simple with theOneNote Importer toolfor Windows and macOS. This allows you to migrate from Evernote to OneNote, moving your notes and clippings across in just a few simple steps. Here’s how to use the OneNote Importer tool effectively.
How to Migrate from Evernote to OneNote
The easiest method to migrate from Evernote to OneNote is, as we’ve mentioned, to use the OneNote Importer tool. It only supports users with a Windows PC or Mac, so if you’re using the mobile Evernote app, or you want to migrate to another platform like Google Docs, you’ll need to look at our next section.
You’ll need the Evernote client installed on your PC or Mac for these instructions to work.
Migrating From Evernote to OneNote Using an ENEX File
It’s possible to migrate from Evernote to OneNote from a file rather than a signed account. This could be an option if you don’t have the Evernote client installed on your OneNote PC or Mac (for instance, if you’re moving to another PC), or if you’re importing another person’s Evernote notes.
This option would also allow you to import your Evernote notes to other note-taking apps like Apple Notes. To do this, you’ll need your Evernote files exported to the ENEX format.
Unfortunately, you can only export to this format using the desktop Evernote client for Windows or Mac.
Once saved, your ENEX file can be imported using the OneNote Importer tool on a PC or Mac that doesn’t have the Evernote client installed. This option will also work if you’re importing notes from another Evernote account.
Importing OneNote Files to Other Platforms
Depending on the platform, you might also be able to migrate your Evernote notes to other platforms using an exported ENEX or HTML file. Alternatives likeSimplenote, for instance, allow you to import ENEX files directly.
Mac users can also switch to using the core Notes app, pre-installed with all macOS and iOS devices.
Boosting Productivity with OneNote
While it continues to be a favorite for simple note-taking, there are better alternatives to Evernote available. Microsoft OneNote is one of them, but if it isn’t for you, export your notes to a cross-platform alternative like Simplenote instead.
If you’re looking for ways to stay productive, try a few of the best productivity apps to stay focused on mobile devices.
Ben Stockton is a freelance technology writer based in the United Kingdom. In a past life, Ben was a college lecturer in the UK, training teens and adults. Since leaving the classroom, Ben has taken his teaching experience and applied it to writing tech how-to guides and tutorials, specialising in Linux, Windows, and Android. He has a degree in History and a postgraduate qualification in Computing.Read Ben’s Full Bio
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