
It's been an exciting start to 2025 with several major features and improvements:

## Web Highlighting

The web highlighter is now live! You can now highlight and save content from any webpage using the Chrome extension.

It focuses on being as simple as possible, with no clutter and without messing with your browser.

Just select the text you want to highlight, right-click and hit "Save to screvi" and it'll be saved to your library. 
No unnecessary UI or extra steps.

![Web Highlighting](https://dlbvputpolnpwxtshpfu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/static/highlight.webp)

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## YouTube Integration

You can now save and highlight YouTube content!

The Screvi Chrome Extension adds a youtube transcript viewer next to your video player, allowing you to save and highlight content from YouTube videos.

Before saving, the note will be automatically parsed with AI, cleaning it up and making sure it contains the correct formatting and punctuation.

![YouTube Integration](https://dlbvputpolnpwxtshpfu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/static/transcript.webp)

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## New Export Options

You can now export your highlights to Apple Notes with full HTML formatting, or export them as Markdown Files.


![Export Options](https://dlbvputpolnpwxtshpfu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/static/apple_notes_import.webp)
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## Bugfixes, New Stats Page & UI/UX Improvements

There are new significant improvements to the user experience:

- Improve Sources View, with infinite loading, sorting, etc
- Added a Stats Page, where you can view your top highlights, sources, etc
- Multiple Bugfixes and Improvements
- Improved Mobile Experience on Web App, with better navigation and UI
- Added Option to Register via Email
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## Help Screvi Grow

Screvi continues to evolve with your feedback. If you have suggestions or encounter any issues, please reach out at main@screvi.com.

Don't forget to leave a review on the iOS App Store and Chrome Web Store if you're enjoying Screvi! 

What's New in Screvi - January 2025




Unfortunately, Apple Notes does not offer an API, making it hard to import notes from external sources.  
But thankfully, it's **possible to sync Kindle highlights to Apple Notes using Screvi.**

## Step-by-Step Guide

### 1. Sign Up for an Account at Screvi.com  
The first step to syncing your Kindle highlights is to create an account on [Screvi](https://screvi.com).  
Screvi is a tool to manage your reading highlights, and we'll use it as the middle-man to get your highlights into Apple Notes.

### 2. Sync Your Kindle Highlights to Screvi  
Once your account is set up, you can import your Kindle highlights into Screvi using one of these two methods: 
 
- **Chrome Extension**: Install the [Screvi Chrome extension](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/screvi/ndlpohihdhnmgdnbmlgpnijmdddefooj) and log in to your account. The extension will allow you to fetch your Kindle highlights directly from your Kindle account and add them into Screvi.  
- **iOS App**: Download the Screvi app from the App Store. Log in to your account, and sync your Kindle highlights.

### 3. Export Your Highlights from Screvi  
After syncing your Kindle highlights, navigate to the Export page within Screvi. Here, you can export all your highlights into **HTML files** or **Markdown**.  
The generated HTML is optimized for Apple Notes and ensures compatibility while retaining the structure of your highlights.

### 4. Import Highlights into Apple Notes  
Now that you have your highlights in HTML format, it's time to move them to Apple Notes:  
1. Extract the downloaded zip file.  
2. Open the Apple Notes app on your Mac.  
3. Go to **File > Import to Notes** from the top menu.  
4. Open the highlights folder you've just extracted, select all HTML files (`CMD + A`), and click **Import**. 


The notes will be imported into Apple Notes, organized and ready for you to access anytime.

![Importing highlights to Apple Notes](https://dlbvputpolnpwxtshpfu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/static/apple_notes_import.webp)

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## Why Sync Kindle Highlights to Apple Notes?  
I personally keep all my highlights in Screvi, reference them from there when needed, and do all my writing on Apple Notes. For my use-case, it makes more sense to keep all my notes in one single place.

But syncing your Kindle highlights to Apple Notes offers several benefits:  
- **Simplicity**: Keep all your notes and highlights in one place for easy access.  
- **Cross-Platform Accessibility**: With Apple Notes, you can view your highlights across all your Apple devices.  
- **Productivity**: Use Apple Notes' rich formatting and organizational tools to categorize and annotate your highlights.

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## Importing Readwise Highlights Into Apple Notes  
If you use Readwise, you can follow the same process. Just connect your Screvi account to Readwise instead of importing from Kindle.  
That way, you'll also sync your web articles, tweets, etc.

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## Final Thoughts  
Until Apple Notes releases an API, this is currently the best method to get your highlights into Apple Notes.

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Have any issues, questions or other methods to share? Contact main@screvi.com

How to Sync Kindle Highlights to Apple Notes



If you're like me, you love reading, highlighting, and writing down notes, only to find that most of those insights end up forgotten, or I had no idea how to find them.

This is the exact problem I faced, and I knew there had to be a better way.

That's why Screvi exists: 

**It's a system designed to help not only remember, but find and all those bookmarks and highlights you've collected over the years.**
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**Import all your Readwise highlights and try it for free at [screvi.com](https://screvi.com).**

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## Why Screvi?
The idea behind Screvi is simple: your reading highlights and ideas deserve to be revisited and reflected upon, not buried in your Kindle or notebook.

Screvi takes these highlights and organizes them into one central hub.

![screvi-readwise-alternative](https://dlbvputpolnpwxtshpfu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/static/web_demo.webp)


### Key Features:

- **Sync Highlights from Kindle:** Easily import your Kindle highlights.
- **AI-Powered Semantic Search:** Quickly find connections between your notes and highlights. Even if if you don't remember exactly how it was written.
- **Capture Physical Book Highlights:** Snap a photo, highlight the parts you want to highlight, and Screvi will digitize it.
- **Save from Twitter:** Highlight tweets and keep them organized.
- **Transcribe Audio Notes:** Use voice-to-text to add highlights or thoughts while you're on the go.
- **Daily Digest:** Receive a daily email with randomly-selected past highlights.


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## The Power of AI Semantic Search
One of Screvi's main features is its AI-powered semantic search.

Unlike traditional keyword search, semantic search understands the context and meaning behind your queries.

This means you can find highlights based on themes, ideas, or even vague recollections of the content.

### Benefits of Semantic Search
- **Easy Retrieval:** Locate specific highlights even if you don't remember the exact words.
- **Deeper Connections:** Discover links between seemingly unrelated highlights, helping you uncover patterns and insights.
- **Save Time:** Spend less time searching and more time reflecting and learning.
- **Improved Retention:** By revisiting connected ideas, you're more likely to remember and apply them in your daily life.

Whether you're working on a project, writing an article, or simply revisiting past readings, semantic search ensures you have the right insights at your fingertips.


## How Screvi Stacks Up Against Readwise
I've been a fan of Readwise for years. It's a fantastic tool, but its focus has recently shifted towards their Reader app, and the Readwise 1.0 app has seen little in terms of updates. Its UI/UX feels outdated, the highlight viewing experience is lacking, and the search feature is basic.

And **Screvi isn't just about revisiting highlights:**

It's also about being able to easily find them and about making that process enjoyable and frictionless.

Note: **Screvi is a Readwise 1.0 Alternative (Highligh Manager), not Readwise Reader.**

## Highlight From Anywhere
Beyond just books and Twitter, Screvi lets you save valuable content from across the web:

### Web Highlighting
Save important passages from any webpage with a simple right-click. Whether you're reading an article, blog post, or documentation:
- Works seamlessly on any website
- Quick save with just one click
- No clutter: Only a button when you highlight and right click text
- Syncs automatically with your library

### YouTube Transcripts
Screvi makes it easy to save and reference moments from educational videos, interviews, or any YouTube content:
- Select and save parts of video transcripts
- AI-powered transcript enhancement
- Automatic punctuation and formatting
- Quick save to your knowledge library

This means you can select any part of the transcript, and Screvi will clean it up, format it, and save it to your library.

## Community-Driven Development
One of the unique aspects of Screvi is its community-driven roadmap. Here's what's on the roadmap:

- Notion and Obsidian Export: Seamless integration for your workflows.
- Background sync for Twitter and Kindle
- Goodreads Integration: Sync your Goodreads activity.


Founding members and early adopters have direct input into the app's future. Your feedback shapes what comes next, making Screvi a tool built by the community, for the community.



## Join the Screvi Community
If you're ready to change the way you consume and engage with your highlights, check out Screvi.

It's more than just an app. it's a super simple productivity system designed to help you retain and revisit knowledge effortlessly.

Get started today at [screvi.com](https://screvi.com) and see how it can revolutionize your reading experience.



Screvi: A Readwise Alternative


Over the years, I’ve tried almost every productivity app you can imagine.

**From Notion to Obsidian, Evernote to Reflect:** I’ve tried them all.

At first, the excitement is always there. Everything feels organized, every piece of information perfectly linked, every workflow mapped out.

But after a few hundred notes, no matter how perfect the structure is, those systems become overwhelming.

It becomes a part-time job just to maintain them.

**So inevitably, I stop using them.**

Complex systems become a distraction, a new way to procrastinate, preventing us from doing the work that actually matters.

## **Don’t be like the Lumberjack**

A lumberjack spends days sharpening his axe, polishing the blade, and admiring the tool’s perfection, but barely cuts any trees.

**While his neighbor, with a modest but sharp axe, fells trees steadily each day.**

Over-preparing and obsessing over tools doesn’t lead to results: **Action does.**

Productivity tools should be functional. 

**They should be a means to an end, not an end in themselves.**

## **Why Do You Even Need a Productivity System?**

Before trying to build a system, or a second brain, ask yourself: What is the end goal?

If you can’t answer that, don’t even bother starting one.

**In my case, I have 3 goals:**

- **Saving Info:** Save highlights from books I read, tweets I come across, conversations I have, etc.
- **Retrieving and Searching:** Have all the things I save easily available. Preferably without dealing with folder structures.
- **Do the actual work:** Write, create content.

Everything else, linked notes, graph nodes and pretty icons are all a waste of time for me.

Using them felt productive, but every second spent there, was a second spent not creating value.

## **My Current Workflow**

I’ve stripped things down to the essentials.

My workflow boils down to two simple tools that align directly with my goals:

- **Screvi:** A central hub where I collect all my highlights and notes from Kindle, Twitter, physical books, and voice transcriptions. And then find what I need with AI Search. The less time I spend on it, the better.
- **A Place To Write:** Apple Notes, a paper notebook or daily notes on Obsidian. Any of them works.

**No endless folders. No complex linked databases. No time wasted on creating and managing systems.**

Just 100% focus on what truly matters: Collecting Ideas and Creating

## **Screvi: Saving and Retrieving Highlights and Ideas**

![Screvi - highlights & bookmarks manager](https://dlbvputpolnpwxtshpfu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/static/hero4.webp)

Screvi keeps track of the highlights and ideas that I find without them getting buried in clutter.

Here’s what makes it different:

- **A Central Hub:** Screvi collects all my reading highlights and bookmarks in one place, from books to tweets to physical notes. 
- **Integrations:** Imports Kindle Notes, saved Tweets, etc.
- **AI Search:** The semantic search feature makes finding highlights easy. Even if you don’t remember the exact wording, it finds relevant notes based on themes or concepts. No need for complex links and systems, let AI do that work for you.
- **No Fluff:** It focuses on saving and rediscovering your highlights and best ideas, and doesn't try to be anything else.



## **A Place To Write**

Pen & paper, Apple Notes, Obsidian, whatever you prefer.

**Any of them work, as long as you can write on them.**

This is where the actual work happens.

That being said, I still use Day One to journal, especially when I travel because I love seeing my entries on a map, along with photos I take during my trips.

And If I have any insights while journaling, I save them into Screvi so that I can find them later.

## **Focus on ROI**

**Most productivity systems make you feel busy, not productive.**

This workflow is different: It’s about doing less but doing what actually matters.

**Collect the ideas that matter, write about them, hit publish, and move on.**

Forget the complicated systems that promise to change your life. Focus on delivering value.

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### **But what do you think?**

Do you consider your Second Brain/Productivity system efficient?

**Or are you like me, and use them mostly as a form of procrastination?**


Most Productivity Systems Are a Waste of Time



Screvi v1.00 for Android is finished, but new Google Play Policies requires more testing and user feedback before it's generally available.

If you'd like to help out and be an early user of the android version, send an email to [main@screvi.com](mailto:main@screvi.com) to get access to the beta version.

In the meantime, check out the updated web version at [screvi.com](https://screvi.com)!



Wanted: Android Beta Testers


It's a been busy few weeks with a ton of new features and upgrades:

## Chrome Extension

The first version of the screvi chrome extension is live!
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Previously, only iOS users were able to import their kindle highlights, but now
 **you can import kindle highlights directly from your browser** as well.

That is the core feature of the extension for now, but the following features are on the roadmap:

- Twitter and Bluesky Bookmark Sync
- Web Highlighter, so you can highlight any article on the web
- Automatic background sync 

You can Download it [here](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/screvi/ndlpohihdhnmgdnbmlgpnijmdddefooj)

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## Semantic AI Search

A beta version of Semantic Search has been released! This means that you can now search your highlights by topics and ideas.

**For example:** You highlighted something that mentioned ***"being brave"***, but you can't remember exactly how it was written. 

Before, if you didn't know exactly how it was written you had no way of finding it

 But now, you can search for ***"being brave"*** and it'll find the highlight even if what was actually written was ***"courage"*** or ***"don't be afraid".***

Available on the web app right now and the iOS app soon.

**Note:** Old highlights may not show up in the search results yet. 

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## Android Version: Need Your Help

Screvi v1.00 for Android is finished, but new Google Play Policies require at least 20 people to test the app before it's generally available. 

If you'd like to help out and be an early user of the android version, follow these steps:

-  Join the Group: https://groups.google.com/g/screvi
- Web Link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.screvi.app
- Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.screvi.app

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Once you've installed the app and created an account, let me know and I'll give you access to screvi!

## Other

### Improved Readwise Integration

You can now directly import all your highlights and sources from Readwise via the Readwise API. Much more reliable than the previous csv import.
 
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## Help Screvi Grow

Screvi is still in a beta phase, so all your feedback and bug reports are extremely useful. If you have any, don't hesisate to get in touch with me at main@screvi.com.

And if you can, leave a 5 star review in the iOS App Store and in the Chrome Marketplace!



What's New in Screvi - December 2024


I used to feel overwhelmed by my saved highlights and bookmarks, like I was just piling them up in an endless "bucket" that I'd never find time to sort through.

**Like many of us, I spent countless hours building complex systems in Notion and Obsidian, only to rarely revisit them. Sound familiar?**

Don't get me wrong - these are powerful tools, and they still have their place in my workflow. But I was spending too much time trying to perfect my "second brain" system, when in reality, I was just procrastinating and creating a false sense of productivity.

The key benefits of this "river" approach:

Instead of treating my digital library like a bucket that needs constant organizing, I started viewing my highlights and bookmarks as a river - always flowing, always changing.

## The key benefits of this "river" approach: 


1. **Natural Learning**: The best insights come not from hoarding information, but from how reading gradually shapes your thinking over time.

2. **Serendipity**: When ideas resurface organically, they often connect perfectly with whatever you're currently working on. That highlight from months ago might suddenly become the missing piece you needed.

3. **Present-Moment Joy**: Sometimes, reading something just because it interests you right now is reason enough. Not everything needs to be about future benefit or productivity.

2. **Easy, Enjoyable Reviewing**: Instead of facing an overwhelming archive, you can revisit your highlights and thoughts in a more natural, flowing manner.

4. **Reduced Maintenance**: No more complex systems or folder structures that you'll abandon in a few months.

## How I Implement This

This philosophy led me to build Screvi, where highlights don't get buried in folders but become part of a dynamic feed that brings ideas back to the surface naturally. It's like having a stream of thoughts that you can dip into whenever inspiration strikes, without the pressure of managing everything you've saved.

The platform combines a feed that surfaces random highlights with powerful search capabilities for when you need to find specific content.

 **It's designed to help you rediscover old ideas naturally, making your digital library feel alive and accessible rather than overwhelming and outdated.**

## Getting Started

If you're feeling buried under an avalanche of saved bookmarks and highlights like I was, try shifting your perspective from "buckets" to river. 

Let your highlights flow, engage with what catches your eye, and trust that valuable ideas will surface when you need them.

Want to try this approach? You can [check out Screvi here](https://screvi.com/pricing), or download the app on [the App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/screvi/id6670569420).

Treat Your Highlights and Bookmarks Like a River, Not a Bucket



We've all been there: finishing an amazing book, feeling inspired and enlightened, only to draw a blank when trying to recall its key insights a few weeks later.

**You always feel like you know so much, that you could write a book about it, but when you try to explain it to someone, you embarass yourself by not being able to remember the details, or mumble a bunch of incomplete and incoherent thoughts.**

If this sounds like you, don't worry. You're not alone. It just means that you're:

**1. Not using the right strategies to remember what you read**

**2. Not processing the information deeply enough**

But here's the good news: remembering what you read isn't about having a photographic memory—it's about having the right system. Here are seven proven strategies that will help you retain and apply more of what you read, making you a more active learner.

## 1) Teach Someone Else
The number #1 strategy to remember what you read is to teach someone else.
Teaching is one of the most effective ways to learn.

It forces you to explain things in your own words, which forces you to understand the concepts deeply. 

Consider joining a book club or sharing your learnings with a friend.

## 2) Eliminate Distractions to Focus
Distractions are the nemesis of focus. Find a quiet space, put your phone on silent, and create an environment conducive to deep focus when you're reading The first step to better memory is giving your full attention to what you're reading.
If you're reading and scrolling instagram every 10 minutes or watching TV at the same time, chances are you're not going to remember much.

Only reading before bed when you're half asleep is not going to help you remember either.


## 3) Use an App like Screvi
The easiest way to remember what you read and one that does not require any significant lifestyle changes, is to use an app like Screvi.


You can use it to fetch your highlight and all the things you want to remember from several sources like Kindle, your physical books, twitter, etc and then it will automatically generate a social media-like feed of your highlights.

Making it super easy to consistently review them.


## 4) Engage Actively with the Text
Reading isn't just about consuming words; it's about interacting with them:

Highlight or underline, use symbols like stars or question marks, scribble thoughts in margins, and use sticky notes for key sections. This active engagement solidifies your understanding and recall.

## 5) Apply What You've Learned
Knowledge without application is forgettable:

If you read about health, change your habits accordingly. The act of applying what you've learned ensures it sticks because you're using that knowledge actively.

## 6) Review, Review, Review
Memory fades unless information is revisited:

Use spaced repetition like "The Rule of 5":
- Review 5 times the first day
- Once a day for 5 days
- Once a week for 5 weeks

By implementing these strategies, not only will you remember more from your reading, but you'll also find it easier to apply these insights in real-world scenarios, making your reading time truly productive.



7 Tips to Remember What You Read


Here's the latest update on features and improvements coming to Screvi:

## Explore Tab

The new Explore tab in the iOS app allows browsing a curated list of highlights from popular books and authors. This feature is ideal for users who don't yet have enough highlights to fill their feed or for discovering new books and ideas.

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  <img src="https://dlbvputpolnpwxtshpfu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/static/explore.jpg" alt="Explore Tab" style="width: 42%; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 0.5rem; margin: 0 auto; margin-top: 1rem;" />
</div>

## Daily Review Emails

The daily review email feature supports building a consistent reading review habit. Each day, a curated selection of past highlights will be sent, making it easier to maintain a steady reading and review routine. 

These emails are not enabled by default. To activate them, visit [app.screvi.com/preferences](https://app.screvi.com/preferences) to customize the schedule.

## 3rd Party Integrations

- Readwise CSV Import is now supported.
- Kindle MyClippings.txt Import is supported.

More integrations are in development. If you need a specific integration to be prioritized, send an email to support@screvi.com.

## Android Version

Screvi v1.00 for Android is complete and awaiting approval from the Google Play review team. 
While the review process is taking much longer than expected, the app will be available once it clears the final stage.  

Meanwhile, the [web version of Screvi](https://app.screvi.com/) is accessible on Android devices.

## What's Next?

**The current roadmap for 2024 includes:**

1. Releasing the Android app
2. Chrome Extension for highlighting articles and importing from Kindle without using the mobile app
3. Multiple improvements and bug fixes

**For the first half of 2025, planned features include:**

1. Notion & Obsidian Sync
2. Improved Daily Review within the app (not just by email)
3. Duplicate highlight detection algorithm
4. AI-powered global highlight search (to search specific topics, themes, etc.)
5. More platform integrations

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Stay tuned for more updates! 

Questions or feedback can be sent to support@screvi.com.


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