The Zettelkasten Method

Knowledge grows when connected, not when isolated.

In the overload of information, the mind craves simplicity and structure—Zettelkasten Method provides the clarity it seeks.

What is the Zettelkasten Method?

Zettelkasten is a powerful method for organizing and connecting knowledge.

It involves creating individual notes for each idea, then linking them together based on their relationships. This system allows for deeper understanding and easier retrieval of information.

How does it work?

1. Permanent Notes: Permanent Notes capture your most important insights and ideas, which are intended to last and be revisited over time.
2. Reference Notes: Reference Notes store key information or quotes from sources, providing a quick reference for later use.
3. Fleeting Notes: Fleeting Notes are quick, temporary thoughts or ideas that can later be processed and converted into more permanent notes.
4. Question Cards: Question Cards help clarify your thoughts and drive deeper investigation by posing questions that need answering.
5. Books: Books store references and ideas drawn from various books, helping you organize and connect knowledge from different sources.
6. Projects: Projects organize your notes into actionable steps, helping you process and eventually output articles or other forms of work.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Notion?
   
   Notion is a free-to-use single digital space where you can think, write, and plan. Capture thoughts, manage projects, or even run an entire company — and do it exactly the way you want. This template is built inside Notion and is easy to use and set up even with no prior knowledge.
2. What is a Notion Template?
   
   Notion templates are pre-built Notion components that can be imported into your Notion workspace, so you avoid spending long hours building systems and workspaces from the ground up.
3. Do I need to be on a paid Notion plan to use this?
   
   Not at all. You can use all the features of this template without a paid Notion plan.
4. Can I make changes to this template?
   
   Of course. Templates are meant to be customized to your own needs, so after duplicating you can and should edit it as much as you like.
5. Is my payment information secure?
   
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6. What if I have other questions?
   
   You can send us an email at kristenindiedev@gmail.com and we’d be happy to answer.