Convert typed notes into Cornell format

Sure! Here’s how to convert typed notes into the Cornell note-taking format.

What is Cornell Note-taking?

Cornell notes divide your page into three sections:

1. Cue Column (left) – for keywords, questions, or main ideas

2. Note-taking Area (right/larger) – detailed notes, explanations, facts

3. Summary (bottom) – brief summary of the page’s notes

Step-by-step guide to convert typed notes into Cornell format:

1. Divide your page or document layout

• Create two vertical sections:

  • Left side about 2.5 inches wide (Cue Column)

  • Right side wider (Note-taking Area)

• Leave a horizontal space at the bottom (around 2 inches) for the Summary

2. Transfer your detailed notes

• Copy your existing typed notes into the Note-taking Area on the right side.

• Keep all explanations, facts, definitions, and detailed points here.

3. Extract main ideas and questions for the Cue Column

• Go through your detailed notes and identify:

  • Key terms

  • Main ideas

  • Important dates or formulas

  • Questions related to the content for review

• Write these keywords or questions neatly in the Cue Column on the left.

4. Write a summary

• After completing the notes, write a concise summary of the whole page in the Summary section at the bottom.

• The summary should capture the essence or main takeaway of the notes in 2-4 sentences.

Example Conversion

Typed notes:
“Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water. It involves chlorophyll and generates oxygen as a byproduct.”

Cornell Notes Layout:

Summary:
Photosynthesis converts sunlight, CO2, and water into food and oxygen, relying on chlorophyll to capture light energy.

If you want, you can share your typed notes and I can convert them into Cornell format for you!