Tomboy-ng

O que é o Tomboy-ng?

Tomboy-ng started as a fork of the original Tomboy in 2014 to bring modern features to a still‑used note‑taking format. It keeps the simple, notebook‑style interface but adds Markdown rendering, tag support, and optional cloud sync via Dropbox or Google Drive. The project is still maintained on GitHub, with regular updates and a small but active community.

The app targets users who need quick, on‑the‑go notes without the bulk of a full office suite. It works well for developers, writers, and students who prefer plain‑text or Markdown over rich‑text editors. Its UI is clean and minimal, with a sidebar for notebooks and tags, and a toolbar for formatting.

Compared with Windows Sticky Notes, Tomboy-ng feels more powerful yet still straightforward. It offers richer formatting, better organization, and cross‑device sync, but it lacks the native Windows integration and the very small footprint of the built‑in Sticky Notes. For most users, the trade‑off is worth it if they want more control over their notes.

Ideal para: Users who need a free, cross‑device note‑taking app with Markdown and tagging, replacing Sticky Notes on Linux.

Principais recursos do Tomboy-ng

• Markdown support with live preview
• Notebook and tag organization
• Optional cloud sync (Dropbox, Google Drive)
• Keyboard shortcuts for quick actions
• Search across all notes
• Export notes to PDF or plain text

Dicas para quem vem do Windows

If you’re moving from Sticky Notes, export your notes as plain text or copy‑paste into Tomboy-ng notebooks. The app uses Markdown, so you can format notes with simple syntax. Keyboard shortcuts differ: Ctrl+N creates a new note, Ctrl+S saves, and Ctrl+Shift+N creates a new notebook. Sync can be set up via the Preferences dialog, choosing Dropbox or Google Drive as the backend. The file format is plain text, so you can import or export notes manually if needed.