Microsoft OneNote now features a Most Recently Used (MRU) notebook list to speed up setup on new Windows devices. This smart list shows your key notebooks instantly, letting you open multiple notebooks with ease and get back to work faster than ever. Unique :
Get to Your Notes Faster with OneNote’s New MRU Notebook List
If you’ve ever set up OneNote on a new Windows device, you know how tedious reopening all your notebooks can be. Microsoft just made that process way smoother with the new Most Recently Used (MRU) notebook list. This update is a game-changer for anyone juggling multiple personal, shared, or class notebooks.
What’s New: The MRU Notebook List
The MRU list appears the moment you launch OneNote on a fresh Windows setup. Instead of hunting through dozens of notebooks, you get a curated list of your most recently used ones. This list smartly adapts based on how many notebooks you have:
- Less than 5 notebooks: You see them all, preselected and ready to open with a single click.
- More than 5 notebooks: A scrollable list shows your most active notebooks checked by default. You can quickly add or remove any before launching them all at once.
Why This Update Matters
Microsoft nailed it by cutting down the setup hassle. Instead of wasting time digging for notebooks, you jump straight into your workflow. This is especially helpful for power users managing a ton of notebooks across different projects or teams.
“Instead of digging through dozens of notebooks, you can get back to your work, notes, and ideas in seconds.” – Microsoft 365 Blog
The MRU list not only saves time but also reduces friction when switching devices. It keeps your productivity flowing without unnecessary interruptions.
How It Works
- Launch OneNote for the first time on a new Windows device.
- The MRU notebook list pops up automatically.
- Select the notebooks you want to open.
- OneNote loads them instantly, so you’re ready to go.
Currently, this feature is only available during the initial setup on new Windows devices for existing users. However, Microsoft is exploring ways to expand it further.
Microsoft Wants Your Feedback
Microsoft encourages users to share their thoughts via the app’s Help > Feedback option. Your input will help improve OneNote’s experience.
“We’re eager to hear how this feature helped you and any ideas you have to make it better!” – Microsoft 365 Blog
So, next time you start fresh with OneNote, enjoy the speedy access to your notebooks. This small but mighty update is all about getting you back to your ideas faster.
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