Hey fellow writers! I’m curious about your writing process. Do any of you use Google Docs as your main tool for crafting stories and chapters? I’ve been doing this for a while now, and I find it super convenient. I just type everything up in Google Docs, and when I’m done, I copy and paste it wherever I need to publish or share it. It’s so easy to access my work from any device, and I love the autosave feature.
But I’m wondering if I’m missing out on other great writing tools. What’s your preferred method? Do you stick with Google Docs like me, or do you have a different favorite app or software? I’d love to hear about your experiences and maybe discover some new tricks to improve my writing workflow!
I’ve actually been using Notion for my writing lately, and it’s been a game-changer. The flexibility to organize my stories, characters, and research all in one place is incredible. I can create linked databases for character profiles and plot points, which makes it easy to reference details while I’m writing. The ability to toggle between different views (like Kanban boards for plotting) has really helped me visualize my story structure.
One downside is that it’s not great for offline use, so I sometimes draft in a basic text editor when I’m without internet. But for overall story management and writing, Notion has become my go-to. It takes some time to set up your perfect system, but once you do, it’s incredibly powerful for keeping everything organized and accessible.
I’ve found Scrivener to be an invaluable tool for my writing process. It offers robust organization features for large projects, allowing me to break down chapters and scenes easily. The split-screen view is particularly useful for referencing notes while writing. Additionally, its compilation feature streamlines the export process for different formats. While it has a steeper learning curve than Google Docs, the productivity gains have been worth it for me. That said, I still use Google Docs for collaborative editing and quick drafts when I’m away from my main computer. Each tool has its strengths, and I’ve found that using a combination works best for my workflow.
nah, google docs aint my thing. i prefer good ol’ notepad++ for writing. its simple, lightweight, and doesnt need internet. plus, i can customize it with plugins. google docs is ok but sometimes it lags on my ancient laptop lol. whatever works for u tho!