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Microsoft Journal vs Pinta

A side-by-side look at Microsoft Journal and Pinta. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Microsoft Journal

Microsoft Journal

Office & Productivity

Microsoft Journal is a digital notebook app developed by Microsoft for Windows that allows users to handwrite or type notes which are stored digitally. It has capabilities including freeform inking with a stylus, text typing, inserting images and clippings, and basic note organization features.

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Pinta

Pinta

Photos & Graphics

Pinta is a free, open source painting program for Windows, Mac and Linux. It has a simple interface with basic drawing and image editing tools such as brushes, pencils, eraser, text, crop, resizing and filters. Pinta lacks some advanced features but is good for basic image editing.

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