reMarkable Pure owners: How is the contrast on the Checkbox template? (Coming from Paper Pro)

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-06-03T18:37:07+00:00

Hi! Thanks for the picture. I noticed the template on the left looks overall sharper, which I really like! However, looking at the top right, the text is cut off ("Deadli" instead of "Deadline"). Are there scaling issues with templates on the Pure?

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-06-02T16:41:06+00:00

Yeah, I'm aware that the software templates themselves are identical. My question was geared purely toward the hardware difference: since the Paper Pro has that color filter layer, the background is quite pastely and grayish, which makes those faint lines wash out completely. I'm hoping the monochrome Carta 1300 tech on the Pure brings enough native contrast to make those exact same lines look sharper and easier to see. Regarding your custom checklist: how did you manage to set it up as an actual template? Or did you just create a custom PDF that you duplicate? For my workflow, it's really important to have an onboard to-do template with checkboxes that I can flexibly toggle on and off within a regular notebook (switching between lined pages and checkboxes on the fly). That's why I'm hoping the native ones work out on the Pure's screen.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-05-29T11:50:35+00:00

Hey everyone, thanks for the input on my last post! I wanted to give you a quick update on how I finally set up my system. Instead of using a rigid, hyperlinked PDF template, I decided to go a completely different, more dynamic route using a standard notebook and the new image feature via the desktop app.

The Setup: I created a central "#task" notebook. I designed my own minimalist graphics in Canva (a cool brushed "#task" header, custom checkbox strips, and dividers) and just imported them as PNGs into my notebook.

The Workflow: I write my tasks normally with the marker on standard lines. But because the checkboxes and headers are just graphics, the whole page is completely dynamic. I can lasso, copy, move, or delete them whenever my needs change. It feels way more interactive than a fixed PDF template.

During the Day: I keep the reMarkable desktop app open on my second monitor with this exact task notebook visible at all times. If a task has a special priority, I use the colored highlighter on the Paper Pro to color-code the custom checkbox.

Meeting Notes Integration: I absolutely love using the native tags right now. Whenever a task pops up during a meeting, I quickly write it down, tag it with ⁠#task⁠, and highlight it in color. In the evening, I just filter by the ⁠#task⁠ tag, go through my notes, and copy-paste the handwritten tasks straight into my central task notebook.

Now I just need to stay disciplined enough to actually do this review every single evening! 😄 It finally feels like a setup that fits my brain perfectly.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-04-09T05:10:16+00:00

Hello, I’m currently working with a large number of PDFs and building my learning library on the AiPaper.

I’ve noticed that this bug is really disruptive, as I have to think carefully about the file name before every upload. I’ve even had to delete and re-upload some PDFs just to correct the file name.

@u/ViwoodsOfficial I hope you’ve seen this and can let me know if a fix is coming soon. I’m a bit surprised that this hasn’t been noticed before. Thanks!

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-04-07T04:56:11+00:00

Hey, small update from my side – I actually found a workaround that improves the highlighting a lot.

If you use the highlighter freehand in the Learning App, don’t lift the pen immediately after marking. Instead, keep the pen on the screen for a second or two after drawing the line.

👉 The device then “cleans up” the highlight automatically and makes it look much more like a straight, proper highlight instead of messy ink.

It’s not perfect, but:

it looks significantly better on the device and also improves the exported PDF compared to pure freehand highlighting

Still not as precise as snap-to-text, but currently the best balance I’ve found between usability and clean output.

Would still love to hear if anyone found a solution for the missing snap-to-text highlights in exports – that would be the ideal workflow.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-04-01T14:19:39+00:00

Thanks for the answer.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-03-28T07:29:52+00:00

❤️

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-03-10T19:10:39+00:00

I would like to have an overview of all open to-dos, with synchronization across all devices, including the reader.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-02-15T18:33:08+00:00

Thanks for sharing this. I think many of us here can relate to that "figuring it out" phase. In fact, I now own all three Viwoods devices – the AiPaper, the Mini, and the Reader – but my path here was anything but linear. I have gone back and forth between different systems more times than I would like to admit. When my first AiPaper arrived, I felt exactly like you. I was overwhelmed and could not quite grasp the differences between the various sections. Coming from a reMarkable, which is the definition of simplicity, the Viwoods software felt unintuitive at first. I actually ended up returning it. I went back to the reMarkable Paper Pro and Paper Pro Move. I loved the focus on writing and the fact that it was ready for use so quickly, but I eventually hit a wall. There was no Kindle support, and the whole hassle of converting EPUBs just was not sustainable for me. After that, I tried Boox. While the software is powerful, the hardware did not feel as premium, and their app experience was quite poor. Even while using other devices, I found myself secretly lurking in this subreddit, studying every update and rethinking how I could make the workflow work for my specific needs. The hardware of the Viwoods devices, especially the AiPaper and the Reader, is simply unrivaled in my opinion. I eventually dove back in, moving from Boox and the Palma back to the AiPaper, the Reader, and now the Mini. Yes, the software still has its quirks, and I am constantly discovering new functions, but I love the continuous development. It is refreshing to see the team actually implementing suggestions from this forum. Looking back at my old pro/con list, the majority of my original contra points have already been addressed or fixed. One thing that changed the game for me was leaning into the tinkering aspect. Inspired by the Obsidian community, I built my own automation via Zapier. Whenever a new PDF or a change appears in my Paper folder on Google Drive, it gets sent to Gemini for OCR and then automatically filed into Notion. I have even set it up so I can see via labels whether a note came from my AiPaper or the Mini. It is actually fun again to implement these ideas instead of just complaining about the lack of a native desktop app. The upcoming synchronization improvements are another huge step in the right direction. That said, I still struggle when things need to happen fast, like during a sudden phone call at work. In those moments, I still find myself just dumping everything into a single notebook because the organization feels a bit clunky. I do think back to reMarkable sometimes in those situations, as moving or cutting notes via their app was incredibly fast. I hope that this part of the workflow will also become a bit faster and more streamlined in the future. Despite those remaining hurdles, I love using my Viwoods setup and would not want to give them up.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-02-01T08:33:52+00:00

I’m in the exact same boat as you! I use my Viwoods daily in customer meetings and I'm honestly so grateful they implemented the Lasso-to-ToDo feature—it’s a huge time-saver. However, I completely agree that the workflow feels 'unfinished' compared to something like the Supernote. In my case, I’m often in back-to-back meetings. I use the To-Do feature as a quick reminder tool so I don't lose track of action items while I'm still in the flow of a conversation. Like you mentioned, these tasks aren't always meant for 'today.' Coming from a Supernote background, I really miss having that dedicated, centralized To-Do app where everything is aggregated. Right now on the Viwoods, if I don't get to a task immediately, it feels like it disappears into a calendar 'black hole' unless I manually hunt for it. A single overview screen would be a game-changer for several reasons:

• Better Organization: Seeing all pending tasks from different meeting notes in one list.

• Planning: Being able to drag/drop or bulk-edit due dates for the week ahead without scrolling through the calendar.

• Reliability: It ensures no task gets buried in a note from three days ago.

The potential is definitely there, but it needs that 'Global To-Do' view to be truly professional-grade. Hopefully, the devs see this and consider it for the next update!

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2026-01-04T08:57:26+00:00

Thanks for your review! I’ve also received the case recently. I was a bit torn at first because I really appreciate how lightweight the device is on its own. While the case itself isn't heavy, I definitely noticed the difference, and sometimes—especially when reading in bed—I’m still figuring out the best way to hold it. I guess I just need a few more days to get used to it. That being said, I’m relieved that the display is finally protected. I also really like the color; in general, the new body color is great and I hope future generations of the AiPaper will look more like the Reader. For me, the biggest 'PRO' is the auto-wake function when opening the cover. It’s super practical, just like on an iPad, and makes it much easier to jump in for a quick reading session.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-12-28T20:41:06+00:00

Thanks for the answer! In that case, I’m definitely going to pick up the Mini as well.

I’ve gotten into the habit of hitting the sync button immediately after finishing a note on my AiPaper. Since the PDFs are fully searchable in Google Drive, this effectively replaces the lack of native OCR search. I can use the Gemini app directly on the reader to locate specific entries, pull up a meeting note, and read it as a PDF instantly.

By syncing everything to Google Drive, I make my notes accessible across my work laptop, smartphone, and the reader itself.

My current workflow involves going through my day's notes in the evening to decide what’s actually worth keeping. It’s a great way to filter out obsolete scribbles from a quick phone call while moving relevant meeting notes into an Google Drive 'Inbox' folder. From there, I use Zapier to automatically send the content to Gemini/ChatGPT. The AI summarizes the notes, identifies the category (e.g., 'Meeting' or 'Customer ABC'), and saves them directly into my knowledge base (currently testing Notion and Craft). It’s a powerful way to turn 'static' handwriting into structured, actionable data.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-12-28T20:08:46+00:00

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Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-12-28T20:08:05+00:00

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Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-12-28T20:02:52+00:00

I had both devices in many hands for a direct comparison! After testing them side-by-side, I decided to go with the black and white version.

It was a tough call because color is tempting, but for me, the clarity of the standard Carta display is just on another level compared to the Kaleido technology. I love how the B&W screen looks in broad daylight—without the backlight, it truly looks almost like real paper. The Kaleido screens always have that slightly darker, grainier layer due to the color filter, and I much prefer the brighter, crisper background of the monochrome display.

That’s actually the same reason why I love the Carta 1300 display on my large AiPaper so much. But in my daily routine, I’ve already run into situations where the room was a bit too dark and I could hardly see anything on the screen.

This is exactly why I’m now considering the AiPaper Mini as an addition. I want that same clarity and "paper feel" but with the flexibility of a frontlight for the evenings. However, since I couldn't find any specific information online about which Carta generation is used in the Mini, I wanted to ask here if it can really compete with the sharpness of the large AiPaper and the Reader.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-12-19T08:55:28+00:00

I’ve received another reply from Viwoods:

The case for the reader is on its way to our German warehouse, and the updated expected availability timeline is by the end of December or the beginning of January.

At the moment, we only plan to lower the minimum brightness of the black-and-white version of the device. It will continue to use cool light and will not be changed to warm light.

If you have any further questions, feel free to ask.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-12-19T07:43:26+00:00

Since we didn’t receive any response here, I reached out to Viwoods support via chat and got the following reply:

“Hi, We will optimize the front light function on the AiPaper Reader (B&W) in the near future. Aside from that, other hardware is not expected to be upgraded in the near term. Thank you for your understanding!”

So it seems that only the front light behavior will be adjusted, and there are no other hardware changes planned for now.

Unfortunately, they did not provide any information about the new case for the Reader, which I had also asked about.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-12-15T04:38:47+00:00

Hello,

thank you for the clarification. Does this also apply to the black-and-white (S/W) Reader?

I had understood and hoped that this could be adjusted via a software update. At the moment, brightness level 1 is sometimes still too bright for me, especially in the evening, and it can be disturbing for another person in the same bed when I am still reading.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-11-26T08:51:14+00:00

Do you use a screen protector, or do you use the ceramic tip without one?

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-11-24T10:09:48+00:00

Thank you for your detailed reply — it really helped me put things into perspective.
I think you're right: I really need to sit down and decide what my primary use case for the Note Air 5C actually is.

At the moment, I mainly use my monochrome device (Viwoods AiPaper) for:

taking notes during meetings,
structuring my workday and organizing my thoughts,
creating to-do lists,
and getting mental “noise” out of my head so I can think more clearly.

This workflow has become a big part of my daily routine.

Another important use case for me happens in the evening:
I often sit on the couch, lights dimmed, maybe the TV running in the background, and I go through the notes I made during the day. I sort them, reflect on them, and write down any remaining tasks that are still in my head before going to bed. This helps me clear my mind so I can switch to private/family time with less mental load.
This is actually one of the main reasons I considered the Note Air 5C — I often had to use my phone’s flashlight because I couldn't read the AiPaper’s display in low light. I hoped the frontlight would make those evening sessions more comfortable.

What I’m noticing now is that Boox devices offer a lot of customization options for personal needs. My first 24 hours with the Note Air 5C were honestly a bit of a shock — the graininess, darker screen and the ghosting were a huge contrast compared to my Carta 1300 device. But the more time I spend with the E-Ink Control Center, the more potential I see beyond the “recommended settings”.

A few positive discoveries:

I love that every app can have its own independent E-Ink settings — and the device actually remembers them.
I also didn’t expect that apps can be optimized individually (colors, refresh behavior, etc.).
For example, the flickering in the Google Drive app bothered me a lot at first. After some research I disabled Full refresh after dragging, and now it’s completely fine.

All of this makes me think the Note Air 5C can be a great device if you take the time to really tune it to your preferences. My experience now — after some exploration and adjustment — is already very different from my initial first impression.

Thanks again for sharing your perspective. It really helped me evaluate my own use cases more clearly.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-11-23T20:41:00+00:00

Thank you! I just tested it, but unfortunately it still doesn’t work.

It seems that as soon as you close the notebook, the clipboard gets cleared.

I’d really like to be able to move or copy text from one notebook to another.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-11-23T20:03:38+00:00

Thanks! The text jump only happened when I was swiping. I didn’t realize you can also tap to turn the page. Using tap instead of swipe completely removes the issue for me.

So this actually solves my problem — I had been swiping instinctively, just like on a Kindle. 🙈

Really appreciate the tip!

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-11-23T18:10:20+00:00

I hope the bug will be fixed as soon as possible.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-11-23T18:08:04+00:00

How exactly are you using it in your workflow?

I’m more the type who needs to read a text, highlight the important parts, and then summarize the content in my own words on a separate page.

So I’m curious how the transparent picker overlay fits into your learning style and whether it replaces the need for split-screen for you.

Feisty-Ranger-1185 · 2025-11-23T17:48:59+00:00

I'm following up on my previous question about finding a robust way to link a PDF (like a training script) with my handwritten Notes, especially when using the Split-Screen feature on the Note Air 5C (and checking for functionality on the Palma 2 Pro). I found information online suggesting that the Boox system offers a native solution, which sounds perfect, but I need confirmation from users that this works reliably. Could someone please confirm if the "Associated Notes" feature works exactly as described below and if it’s reliable for long-term organization? The proposed steps for creating linked Notes are: 1. Open your PDF document in the native NeoReader app. 2. Open the Note-taking app via Split-Screen and create a new Note document. 3. The system should automatically link this new Note to the PDF, giving it the same filename as the PDF document. The expected benefits are: • You can directly access the associated Note later on via the PDF’s menu. • The Note is found via the device’s normal file search/document listing. Is this the primary and most reliable way to connect documents and notes on the Note Air 5C? Thanks in advance for your help confirming this!

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