Digital Planner 101: how to use your digital planner for the iPad

May 24

What have I been talking about?

Okay okay, I admit it. I might have got a little ahead of myself these last few weeks. I’ve been busy telling you how amazing the Digital Planners but I haven't actually mentioned exactly what they are yet… oops!

So, What is a digital planner?

A Digital Planner is almost identical to the traditional paper planners that you buy from a stationery shop BUT instead of being paper, they’re on your iPad (or preferred choice of a tablet) instead!

Let me clarify this a little more. I’m not talking about then ‘notes’ app on your iPad or Google calendar - Digital Planners are basically a PDF version of an actual planner. These PDF documents can then be imported into your favorite note-taking app meaning you can bring your planner with you wherever you go! They even mimic the look and feel of a traditional planner. Crazy right?!

The beginning of a beautiful Digital Planning journey

Correct me if I’m wrong, but I think that if you’ve got this far down the blog then you’re on board with the idea of a Digital Planner. Yay - go you! I totally get it if you still have some questions and I’m guessing that the first one is ‘what do I need to get started?’. So, let me walk you through exactly how to get started on your Digital Planning journey.

Let’s start with the things that you’ll need:

Tablet + stylus
One of the best things about Digital Planners is that they are compatible with both iPads and tablets, so the choice is yours! Personally, I use an iPad Pro 10.5” because I love how smooth and agile the touch screen is but honestly, you can go with whatever iPad or tablet you can get your hands on.
For the sake of precision and your sanity, I highly recommend using a stylus. There’s no surprise that I use an Apple stylus with my iPad, but again, there’s no right or wrong answer for what to use with your tablet.
Note-taking app

The planners that are available in The Pink Ink store, like all Digital Planners, are PDF templates which means that you’ll need to upload them to a note-taking app. Don’t panic here, it’s not as technical as it sounds! When you purchase a Planner from The Pink Ink, you’ll also receive an instructional guide that will help you with all of this. So instead of repeating myself, I’ll talk you through the 4 main note-taking apps to choose from.

Each of these 4 options has their own strengths and weaknesses, but other than doing a little research into which is best for you (which you’re actually doing right now), you’ll want to try them out for yourself to see which you prefer.

So, let’s get started on a little introduction to each:

3. Templates

Now that you’re all set up with your tablet and note-taking app, the only thing that you’re missing is the Digital Planner itself - and that’s where The Pink Ink comes in! Over on The Pink Ink Shop, you’ll find over 100 beautiful templates to get you started on your Digital Planning journey!

Trust me… you can spend hours getting lost while you browse through the dates and undated planners, the journals and notebooks - there really is something for everyone! If you’re a businesswoman or entrepreneur then you might want to check out the Self-Employed Digital Planner, The Project Planner or the Etsy Guide course!

The bloggers out there will want to get their hands on the Blog Planner, The Social Media Content Planner or even The Girl Boss Bundle!

The inspiring Designer, the Teacher, and even the Traveller - there are lots of templates available specifically for you. Love Digital Stickers, Flashcards and Notebooks? It’s all there for you, too! No matter what you’re intentions are for you Digital Planner, there’s a beautifully sleek and chic pink planner ready and waiting.