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How do I create multiple notes on one page, in Microsoft OneNote one android.

ABchaos 0 Reputation points
2025-10-25T20:35:56.1566667+00:00

When I create a note in Microsoft OneNote. It only allows me to make one note per page. I want to add multiple notes on one page, in different places on the page but when I tap a blank space on the page, it doesn't create a new text box to write it. It just takes me to that place in the first note that I create or at the bottom If I try to go lower. I can't even move the textboxes around on android, theres no option to move them around.

I I'm sure OneNote on Android has less features but that seems like a very basic one ?

Please help

Microsoft 365 and Office | OneNote | Other | Android
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  1. Xavier-D 1,175 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-10-26T04:36:10.0666667+00:00

    Hello ABchaos,

    Thank you for posting your question on Microsoft Q&A forum

    I understand you want your OneNote Android version to be able to store multiple notes on one page like the desktop version.

    The mobile app uses a mostly linear text canvas on a page, so tapping a blank area doesn’t start a new floating note container.

    I have found and tested a viable workaround that is suited for your need:

    • Use OneNote for Windows or OneNote for the web to create multiple note containers by clicking different spots on the page; there you can grab the move handle to reposition, resize, or merge containers. The Android app will show those containers later on your OneNote Android.

    This workaround will enable you to be able to create new note everywhere on the page and drag them around on your OneNote Android version.

    Feel free to reply back to this post if you need further assistance, I'll be happy to help.

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