Android/iOS: Simplenote, our favourite syncing note-taker on the iPhone, got a minor but nice update today that includes a new dark mode and the ability to adjust font sizes.

You have about a billion options for notes apps on your computer and your smartphone. Chances are that none of them are going to perfectly fit your needs. For apps, these usually fall into two categories: the "everything bucket" of something like Evernote, or the minimalism of a plain text app like Simplenote. Learn who those apps are best for, as well as when pen and paper does the job just as well.

Mac: We've long been fans of Simplenote, the great syncing notetaker for iPhone, recently Android, and now OS X. It makes keeping track of little bits of text easy, providing a more minimalistic approach than the much-loved everything bucket Evernote. Now all the features you loved on your smartphone and tablet have come to the Mac.

Android (4.0+): Simplenote, our favourite syncing note taking app for the iPhone, is updating all of its services, starting with an official app for Android phones and tablets. The app offers the speed and simplicity you've come to expect from Simplenote, along with search and seamless sync.

You might associate note-taking with school, but it's something most of us continue doing for the bulk of our lives. If your techniques are feeling a bit rusty, it's time to get back to the basics and reboot your notes. Here are a few of the best practices to follow.

Dear Lifehacker, There are so many apps for syncing notes and I'm not sure which one to choose. Some are simple, some are feature rich. Some sync well across all platforms, some don't. How do I figure out what's best for my needs, and what works best overall? Thanks, Writer's (App) Block

Chrome: The combined powers of Syncpad for Simplenote and Syncpad Webnotes lets you place sticky notes directly on web pages that sync with all of your Chrome installations.