Merlin’s weekly podcast with Dan Benjamin. We talk about creativity, independence, and making things you love.
'Shorthand' tips for handwritten notes?
planetthoughtful | Nov 28 2005
Hi All, I'm wondering if anyone has any 'shorthand' tips they'd care to pass on for taking handwritten notes? I'm not looking to learn actual shorthand (I prefer to write with pens, and as I understand it to learn / use shorthand, you need to use pencils to indicate variable widths in line strokes), just curious about any abbreviations / symbols etc others might use to make the process of writing by hand a little easier. I ask because I have a permanent injury to my index finger, and while I like writing by hand, long writing sessions can become quite painful; so, any techniques that allow me to save the number of letters I'm writing would be helpful. Currently I use the following (some of which have been inspired by text messaging abbreviations), though I'd be happy to hear anyone else's suggestions for the same words / phrases): w/ = with Again, I'm also interested in any meaningful symbols you might use as well. Many thanks to anyone who replies! Much warmth, planetthoughtful 36 Comments
POSTED IN:
 I'm not looking to learn...Submitted by Laura M. on November 28, 2005 - 12:16pm.
Tetsujin wrote:
You're right. Pitman uses different line weights and requires a pencil. For Gregg you can use a pen. Some abbreviations I use while taking notes are very common ones, but neverthless handy: incl. = including, includes Uing math symbols as much as possible can help. Also, if you're feeling courageous, you can try to do without articles and prepositions. Would be something like this "If Feel. courageous, u can try do wo. art. + prep." or using acronyms as much as you can IYKWIM. HIH (Hope it helps) ;) » POSTED IN:
|
|
| EXPLORE 43Folders | THE GOOD STUFF |
