Updates to Springpad simplify the way you save
We’ve just released a number of improvements aimed at simplifying your Springpad experience. This set of changes is focused on simple saving and a clearer notebook view on the web. In addition, we’re releasing a new version of the Android app that includes the new simple saving along with an updated iOS app.
New Quick Add
Based on input from new and existing users, we’re simplifying the way you save things to Springpad. Now when you add something to Springpad, you’ll first decide what type of thing you want to save. Based on which app you’re using, we’ve elevated the most common save types to further streamline the save process.
And for those of you who want to save notes and tasks with fewer clicks, the keyboard shortcuts are still available for the web app.
We’re also giving you the option to comment and share as you save new things, so you can make notes to yourself or share your most recent springs with your friends on Facebook and Twitter.
Updated Notebook View (web only)
We’re introducing a new notebook display that is less cluttered, giving more focus to your notebook’s contents.
Additionally you’ll notice more personalization options for your notebook: a more dominant accent color and the option to add a notebook description.
The updated left-hand menu is now home to the “New Spring” button that allows you to add things to a notebook. Also, you’ll see a toggle to view or hide the notebook’s search and filter menu.
Along with this update to the notebook view, the sort & display settings will be “sticky” so that your last view will be saved the next time you access that notebook.
Other improvements, fixes and changes included in this update to the Springpad web app:
- Now you’ll be notified when a contributor to one of your notebooks add a new item (email sent within two hours of the new spring).
- Improved our search results to reduce the number of duplicates.
- Updated keyboard shortcuts to support new notebook view.
- Notebook navigation can no longer be customized in a notebook’s settings.
- Removed support for IE8 browser.
- Contacts can no longer be added via Facebook or Gmail, they need to be typed it.
Related posts:
Update to Springpad Android app includes simpler saving (v3.2)
Springpad iOS app is ready for iPhone5, and it’s now easier to save! (v3.0.9)
13 Responses to “Updates to Springpad simplify the way you save”
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Hi Katin, the new springpad update is quite nice. But unforunately I can’t see more than just cosmetic changes. Still waiting for the filter for upcoming reminders in all my stuff and notebooks and the possibility to give rights (admin, reader …) to the notebookmembers. Know anything new about that?
Thanks
Fitschu
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katin says:
Hi fitschu – Neither of those features are currently planned. Our current focus is on making the core features as fast, reliable and as easy to use as possible.
Pete says: Ok, I’ve been playing with the new web version and tonight I updated my Android version which is surprising more like the web than I thought it would be. And I must say I LOVE both! This is probably the best version of Springpad I’ve ever used. Very intuitive. Extremely polished. Awesomely attractive. And the Android version is running smooth as butter. Both versions are very professional but fun at the same time. Seriously, it’s a great update. I hope the iOS version is as good. Feel free to pass my compliments to all involved. Nice work!
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Thanks, Pete! The iOS update is out now, too! Check it out & let us know how you like it!
I love it. I hope we can get better note taking updates in the future and other functions such as mail tracking (usps, fedex, ups, etc.) am i asking for too much?
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Devin says:
Good suggestion, Henree! Feel free to post on our feedback site as well: https://getsatisfaction.com/springpartners/
David says: Not sure if this is the place for this, but since quicker saving was mentioned, I thought I would ask a question about not saving. I think it would be helpful to add a confirmation in the android app when either the Cancel or Back button is tapped. A few times I have accidentally tapped one of these while editing a note. Unfortunately, I lose what I have entered.
Most applications ask if one is sure before deleting information.
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Hey David – We’ve gotten this request in the past. We’ll definitely take it into consideration!
Katie says: Hey! Is there any way to add multiple pictures as multiple springs at one time?
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Hey Katie – Not right now, but when we fix this feature in Chrome it will be: http://gsfn.us/t/2zkuk
Simona says: When a redesign of the ‘Quick add’ button? Those turquoise icons are horrible.
Hi Springpad team.
I am new here and I’m doubting about which one to choose. Evernote or You. Definitely, Springpad is visually web & Android, more attractive. But Evernote has a feature (that really works well) that converts speech to text. I think that is very very useful as we all want to collect (GTD based) info as fast as possible. Later we process the info, but the input is often just a ‘formal thing’. I don’t find this feature on either web or Android. Does this mean that it is not available for Springpad ? If not, do you think you will add it anytime soon ?
Thanks alot and good luck
Kurt
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Hi Kurt – We do not have speech-to-text right now. I can’t tell you at the moment we don’t have plans for this feature, but we haven’t ruled it out for the future!
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Hi Katin, the new springpad update is quite nice. But unforunately I can’t see more than just cosmetic changes. Still waiting for the filter for upcoming reminders in all my stuff and notebooks and the possibility to give rights (admin, reader …) to the notebookmembers. Know anything new about that?
Thanks
Fitschu
Hi fitschu – Neither of those features are currently planned. Our current focus is on making the core features as fast, reliable and as easy to use as possible.
Ok, I’ve been playing with the new web version and tonight I updated my Android version which is surprising more like the web than I thought it would be. And I must say I LOVE both! This is probably the best version of Springpad I’ve ever used. Very intuitive. Extremely polished. Awesomely attractive. And the Android version is running smooth as butter. Both versions are very professional but fun at the same time. Seriously, it’s a great update. I hope the iOS version is as good. Feel free to pass my compliments to all involved. Nice work!
Thanks, Pete! The iOS update is out now, too! Check it out & let us know how you like it!
I love it. I hope we can get better note taking updates in the future and other functions such as mail tracking (usps, fedex, ups, etc.) am i asking for too much?
Good suggestion, Henree! Feel free to post on our feedback site as well: https://getsatisfaction.com/springpartners/
Not sure if this is the place for this, but since quicker saving was mentioned, I thought I would ask a question about not saving. I think it would be helpful to add a confirmation in the android app when either the Cancel or Back button is tapped. A few times I have accidentally tapped one of these while editing a note. Unfortunately, I lose what I have entered.
Most applications ask if one is sure before deleting information.
Hey David – We’ve gotten this request in the past. We’ll definitely take it into consideration!
Hey! Is there any way to add multiple pictures as multiple springs at one time?
Hey Katie – Not right now, but when we fix this feature in Chrome it will be: http://gsfn.us/t/2zkuk
When a redesign of the ‘Quick add’ button? Those turquoise icons are horrible.
Hi Springpad team.
I am new here and I’m doubting about which one to choose. Evernote or You. Definitely, Springpad is visually web & Android, more attractive. But Evernote has a feature (that really works well) that converts speech to text. I think that is very very useful as we all want to collect (GTD based) info as fast as possible. Later we process the info, but the input is often just a ‘formal thing’. I don’t find this feature on either web or Android. Does this mean that it is not available for Springpad ? If not, do you think you will add it anytime soon ?
Thanks alot and good luck
Kurt
Hi Kurt – We do not have speech-to-text right now. I can’t tell you at the moment we don’t have plans for this feature, but we haven’t ruled it out for the future!