Notepad just got an update. Did yours?
Issue 1 · Oct 13–19, 2026. This build’s notes cover fixes and stability work, while Notepad brings notes, to-do lists, reminders, and home-screen widgets together. It’s worth installing now for a more organized place to keep everyday tasks and ideas; the details are on the next screen.
About 2 minutes · what changed, then Google Play
Start NowWhat changed this week
These are the three changes in Notepad, Notebook, Notes app 1.5.24 that stand out in the developer's update notes and on its Google Play listing this week.
- 01Fixes and stability work
This build’s notes cover fixes and stability work. For everyday use, that means the release is focused on keeping the note-taking experience dependable.
- 02Worth using: organized lists
Worth using: create to-do lists for work, home, or study, then check off tasks as you finish them. Categories can help keep different notes organized.
- 03Worth using: home-screen notes
Worth using: place a sticky note widget on your home screen to keep an important note or to-do visible without opening the notebook.
Our call on whether to update, and the link to the official Google Play listing, are on this issue's Notepad, Notebook, Notes app page.
Also updated this week
Notepad, Notebook, Notes app is one of 51 apps with a full screen in Issue 1. Next up in this issue:
Tips
- Sort notes with categories
Use categories to separate different kinds of notes, such as study material, household plans, or work projects. A simple structure makes it easier to return to the right notebook items later. Start with a few clear categories rather than creating one for every individual task, then adjust the organization as your collection grows. Look in the app’s options for category controls.
- Keep a task list current
Make a to-do list for a specific area of life, such as errands or a project, and check off tasks as you complete them. Notepad’s description also says you can set reminders for tasks and events. Use reminders for items that need attention at a particular time, and review the list regularly so it remains useful rather than becoming a store of old plans.
- Choose notes for your widget
Put a short, useful note on a home-screen widget when you want a reminder or current task to stay visible. The description says the sticky-note widget is customizable and that notes can use different colors and backgrounds. Keep the displayed text focused on what you need to remember, and review it when the task is complete so the widget stays relevant.
Menu names follow the developer's help pages and can differ slightly between versions and phones.
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FAQ
Is this the official list of Notepad, Notebook, Notes app changes?
No. This is an independent site and is not affiliated with Imagination AI. Google Play’s page for Notepad, Notebook, Notes app is the authority for its official app details and release information. For the listing and any changes shown there, check the app’s Google Play page.
Why does Google Play show Open instead of Update?
Google Play may show Open when the build is already available to install on your device. An update can also be distributed gradually, so availability may differ between people or arrive at different times. Check the app’s Google Play page again later if you were expecting an update and still see Open.
Can Notepad keep tasks visible on my home screen?
The app’s description lists customizable sticky-note and notes widgets that can display and manage notes from the home screen. You can use one to keep an important note or to-do visible. Widget availability and placement depend on your device’s home-screen options, so check the widget picker if you want to add one.