Digging into Diigo was presented at the NYSCATE Regional Conference on March 5, 2011 at Roy C. Ketcham High School in Wappingers, NY.
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The document provides an overview and agenda for integrating Spring with Blaze DS and Cairngorm UM. It discusses what Spring and Blaze DS are, why they need to be integrated with Flex, how to integrate them through configuration files and code examples, and what Cairngorm UM and CairnSpring are and why they are useful frameworks. The key topics covered are Spring IoC container, exposing Spring beans for remoting via Blaze DS, configuring the MessageBroker as a Spring bean, using Spring DAOs, and how Cairngorm UM and CairnSpring simplify MVC usage and integration with Spring.
ScratchJr is an introductory programming language for children ages 5-7 to create interactive stories and games using graphical programming blocks. It was developed by the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at MIT and DevTech Research Group at Tufts University. The Hour of Code is a global movement to introduce students to computer science through one-hour tutorials available in over 30 languages for ages 4 to 104. The main event is held during Computer Science Education Week in December to show that anybody can learn the basics of computer science and help nurture problem-solving skills.
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This document provides an overview of AsiaInfo, a leading provider of telecom software and IT security solutions in China. It discusses AsiaInfo's business units in telecom software solutions and IT security products/services. The telecom software solutions business is the core growth driver. The document also covers AsiaInfo's market position in China's rapidly growing telecom market, fueled by China's strong economic growth and increasing demand for telecom services. AsiaInfo's software revenue continues to outpace carriers' capital expenditures in China.
The document discusses the Swiz framework, an inversion of control (IoC) and dependency injection framework for Flex applications. It introduces concepts like IoC, dependency injection, view patterns like MVP, and how Swiz implements these patterns through annotations and metadata to simplify wiring of application components. The document also provides an overview of key Swiz features and how to get started using the framework in Flex applications.
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This document provides a summary of free iPad apps for foreign language learning, productivity, teaching, and finding additional free apps. It lists and briefly describes popular apps for learning languages like Duolingo, Mind Snacks, and Memrise. Productivity apps mentioned include iLife, iWork, Dropbox, and iTunes U. Teaching apps summarized are Class Dojo, Remind101, Common Core Standards, and Educreations IWB. The document also lists websites and apps for finding additional free educational apps.
The document provides tips for using social media effectively while maintaining personal privacy. It recommends customizing privacy settings on Facebook, keeping content work-appropriate, and being proactive about your company's social media policies. On LinkedIn, the document advises positioning yourself as an industry expert and using proper networking etiquette. Overall, the tips aim to help users put the social in social media while keeping the personal private.
The document provides an overview and agenda for integrating Spring with Blaze DS and Cairngorm UM. It discusses what Spring and Blaze DS are, why they need to be integrated with Flex, how to integrate them through configuration files and code examples, and what Cairngorm UM and CairnSpring are and why they are useful frameworks. The key topics covered are Spring IoC container, exposing Spring beans for remoting via Blaze DS, configuring the MessageBroker as a Spring bean, using Spring DAOs, and how Cairngorm UM and CairnSpring simplify MVC usage and integration with Spring.
ScratchJr is an introductory programming language for children ages 5-7 to create interactive stories and games using graphical programming blocks. It was developed by the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at MIT and DevTech Research Group at Tufts University. The Hour of Code is a global movement to introduce students to computer science through one-hour tutorials available in over 30 languages for ages 4 to 104. The main event is held during Computer Science Education Week in December to show that anybody can learn the basics of computer science and help nurture problem-solving skills.
This document discusses bone biology and its clinical correlates related to dentistry. It covers topics like facial skeletal development, tooth development and retention's influence on alveolar bone levels, orthodontic tooth movement, bone grafting, fracture healing, cellular growth mechanisms, embryologic bone formation, functional matrix theory of growth, orthodontic tooth movement effects, the role of the periosteum, and a case study example of a multilocular radiolucent lesion. The educational objectives are to expose students to basic bone biology concepts and correlate them to clinical dental treatment and considerations.
This document provides an overview of AsiaInfo, a leading provider of telecom software and IT security solutions in China. It discusses AsiaInfo's business units in telecom software solutions and IT security products/services. The telecom software solutions business is the core growth driver. The document also covers AsiaInfo's market position in China's rapidly growing telecom market, fueled by China's strong economic growth and increasing demand for telecom services. AsiaInfo's software revenue continues to outpace carriers' capital expenditures in China.
The document discusses the Swiz framework, an inversion of control (IoC) and dependency injection framework for Flex applications. It introduces concepts like IoC, dependency injection, view patterns like MVP, and how Swiz implements these patterns through annotations and metadata to simplify wiring of application components. The document also provides an overview of key Swiz features and how to get started using the framework in Flex applications.
Free iPad Apps for Foreign Language, Productivity & TeachersKaren VItek
This document provides a summary of free iPad apps for foreign language learning, productivity, teaching, and finding additional free apps. It lists and briefly describes popular apps for learning languages like Duolingo, Mind Snacks, and Memrise. Productivity apps mentioned include iLife, iWork, Dropbox, and iTunes U. Teaching apps summarized are Class Dojo, Remind101, Common Core Standards, and Educreations IWB. The document also lists websites and apps for finding additional free educational apps.
The document provides tips for using social media effectively while maintaining personal privacy. It recommends customizing privacy settings on Facebook, keeping content work-appropriate, and being proactive about your company's social media policies. On LinkedIn, the document advises positioning yourself as an industry expert and using proper networking etiquette. Overall, the tips aim to help users put the social in social media while keeping the personal private.
The document provides tips for using social media effectively while maintaining personal privacy. It recommends customizing privacy settings on Facebook, keeping content work-appropriate, and being proactive about your company's social media policies. On LinkedIn, the document advises positioning yourself as an industry expert and using proper networking etiquette. Overall, the tips aim to help users put the social in social media while keeping the personal private.
Guy Kawasaki's Enchantment PresentationKevon Saber
The document is a presentation by Guy Kawasaki on the art of enchantment and changing people's hearts, minds, and actions. It discusses 10 steps to enchantment: achieve likability, achieve trustworthiness, get ready, launch, overcome objections, endure, present, use technology, enchant up, and enchant down. The presentation provides tips under each step on how to influence and persuade people effectively.
Mobile devices and audio for expanding boundaries of learningJulia Leong
The document discusses shifting control to students as contributors in their education. It provides examples of allowing students to demonstrate their learning by applying their knowledge, collaborating with peers, and creating work with purpose. Key trends are mentioned, like most Internet access occurring through mobile devices by 2015. Assessment should go beyond testing to have students apply their knowledge. The document also presents ideas for flipped classrooms, student-led projects, and using audio and podcasting in the classroom.
The document discusses choosing the right social media platforms for a business. It recommends starting with Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter due to their suitability for networking, communicating with customers and shareholders, and serving as word-of-mouth marketing. The document advises setting goals, analyzing competitors, understanding the target audience, and focusing content on the four pillars of social media strategy - communication, collaboration, education and entertainment - in order to successfully engage audiences across various platforms.
DailySocial.net is the first tech-blog covering Indonesia’s web startup scene founded by Rama Mamuaya. We started out using Indonesia’s Bahasa only, but we’ve got a lot of pressure from foreigners that would also like to know about Indonesian tech-startup scene.
The document discusses how social media has become a conversation that is no longer controlled by businesses alone. It notes that customers and others can freely share opinions online. As a result, many businesses are now actively engaging on social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook to participate in the conversation and better understand and interact with customers. The document provides tips for businesses on getting started with social media, including understanding audiences, listening to conversations, setting objectives, following engagement rules and choosing the right tools.
The document discusses strategies for attracting and engaging the next generation. It notes that the next generation values balance in life over work, sees adulthood as starting later, and conducts much of their social life online. To attract them, regions should focus on affordability, job opportunities, natural beauty, lifelong learning, ease of transportation, social connections, and things to do after work/on weekends. Experiences for tourists should be redesigned with these factors in mind to make the next generation want to return. Research suggests the next generation has time for cultural activities but makes last-minute plans online, relies on word-of-mouth, and is willing to pay for unique experiences that provide learning, socializing or sensory stimulation.
This document appears to be notes from a presentation or talk. It discusses various topics related to Plone, a content management system, including its vision, customers as developers, theories of web development, what makes a good development tool, who Plone currently solves problems for, issues with Buildout and the database, minimizing knowledge and steps needed, and developing by default. The document advocates for making Plone more accessible and developable out of the box.
The document provides tips for effectively networking at events including being interested, having business cards ready, following up afterwards, and having an online presence. It also lists popular local networking events in Melbourne, Australia like TheHive.org.au, coworking spaces like HubMelbourne.posterous.com, and recommends scheduling informal coffee meetings. The overall focus is on maximizing the benefits of in-person and online events for professional networking.
The document discusses the key elements and functions of Desire2Learn's ePortfolio tool, including its ability to store, share, and receive feedback on artifacts, reflections, collections and presentations. It allows users to connect with others through social learning features like groups, comments and assessments. Artifacts form the foundation and can include a variety of file types as well as newly added audio recordings. Advanced features provide tagging, collections, forms and import/export options to extend its functionality.
The document discusses a presentation on mobile eLearning and the changing landscape of education. Key points include a vision for student-centric learning, how ubiquitous wireless access and mobile devices are enabling learning anywhere anytime, and how this is transforming education from a teacher-centric model to one focused on student needs through collaborative and personalized learning. Initiatives of the eLearning Consortium to support this transition are also outlined.
The presentation discusses the vision for 21st century education, how schools, teachers, and students will connect using technology, and how teachers will help students gain knowledge and wisdom. It calls for flexibility in teaching methods to engage student interest and curiosity, and seeks resources and funding to support technology integration and professional development.
The document discusses Twitter's Streaming and REST APIs. It explains that the Streaming API provides real-time access to various data streams, including public statuses, replies, and other activity. The REST API allows accessing static Twitter resources through HTTP requests. The document focuses on describing the statuses/sample and statuses/filter methods of the Streaming API for accessing public tweets and filtering tweets by keywords, locations, or user IDs.
Open Badges is a project by Mozilla and MacArthur Foundation to recognize skills and achievements through digital badges. It aims to create a shared ecosystem where badges can represent learning regardless of where or how it occurred. In the ecosystem, badges contain information about the skill or achievement and link to evidence of completion. This allows learning to be captured and recognized in new ways, including informal learning pathways, to provide more opportunities for learning and access to information.
The document provides steps for uploading a file to SlideShare and including a SlideShare presentation in a Blackboard course. The steps are: 1) Create a free SlideShare account, 2) Click upload and browse to select a file, 3) Add a title, tags, and other metadata then click save. To include the presentation in Blackboard, get the URL from your SlideShare uploads, paste it into Blackboard's slideshare mashup tool, and submit.
Scratch is a programming language used to create interactive stories, games, and animations that can be shared online. It helps students think creatively and collaboratively. The Hour of Code is a global movement to introduce students to computer science through one-hour tutorials available in over 30 languages. During Computer Science Education Week in December, any student or teacher can organize an Hour of Code event to demystify coding. The document provides instructions on getting started with Scratch by creating an account and working on a virtual pet project.
This document provides summaries of several iPad apps for math and science. It describes apps such as Virtual Manipulatives, which allows users to interact with shapes and numbers; MyScript Calculator, which allows handwritten calculations; MathTerms, a glossary of math terms; and Proportion Solver, which solves proportions. For science, it outlines apps including CK-12 studyNow!, which provides open-source science content; Science Glossary, a glossary of science terms; goREACT, which simulates chemical reactions; and Solve the Outbreak, which teaches about disease detection through scenarios. It concludes with recommendations for additional math and science apps.
This document provides summaries of iPad apps that can be used for English/Language Arts and Social Studies. It describes the features and content of apps such as Voice Dream Lite for text-to-speech, Total Recall for mind mapping, Dictionary.com for dictionary and thesaurus references, and Google Drive for accessing files saved to the school network. For social studies, it outlines apps like DocsTeach for activities using primary sources, This Day in History for multimedia timelines, apps focused on the Constitution, Congress and American history games. The document aims to showcase free iPad apps that teachers can utilize.
This document provides an introduction and overview of coding and computational thinking using Scratch 2.0. It discusses why coding is important, provides basics on Scratch including an overview video and tutorials, and presents sample projects and challenges for students including debugging exercises. Resources on Scratch and coding are also listed, along with a quote about seeing coding as a new form of expression and learning.
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This document provides an agenda for a 3-hour Scratch coding workshop. The agenda includes introductions, an explanation of why coding is important, basics of the Scratch programming language like sprites and blocks, tutorials and projects to complete, and opportunities to share work. Participants will learn programming concepts like debugging and animation through Scratch coding cards and projects, and will have a chance to discuss resources for continuing their coding education.
The document provides tips for using social media effectively while maintaining personal privacy. It recommends customizing privacy settings on Facebook, keeping content work-appropriate, and being proactive about your company's social media policies. On LinkedIn, the document advises positioning yourself as an industry expert and using proper networking etiquette. Overall, the tips aim to help users put the social in social media while keeping the personal private.
Guy Kawasaki's Enchantment PresentationKevon Saber
The document is a presentation by Guy Kawasaki on the art of enchantment and changing people's hearts, minds, and actions. It discusses 10 steps to enchantment: achieve likability, achieve trustworthiness, get ready, launch, overcome objections, endure, present, use technology, enchant up, and enchant down. The presentation provides tips under each step on how to influence and persuade people effectively.
Mobile devices and audio for expanding boundaries of learningJulia Leong
The document discusses shifting control to students as contributors in their education. It provides examples of allowing students to demonstrate their learning by applying their knowledge, collaborating with peers, and creating work with purpose. Key trends are mentioned, like most Internet access occurring through mobile devices by 2015. Assessment should go beyond testing to have students apply their knowledge. The document also presents ideas for flipped classrooms, student-led projects, and using audio and podcasting in the classroom.
The document discusses choosing the right social media platforms for a business. It recommends starting with Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter due to their suitability for networking, communicating with customers and shareholders, and serving as word-of-mouth marketing. The document advises setting goals, analyzing competitors, understanding the target audience, and focusing content on the four pillars of social media strategy - communication, collaboration, education and entertainment - in order to successfully engage audiences across various platforms.
DailySocial.net is the first tech-blog covering Indonesia’s web startup scene founded by Rama Mamuaya. We started out using Indonesia’s Bahasa only, but we’ve got a lot of pressure from foreigners that would also like to know about Indonesian tech-startup scene.
The document discusses how social media has become a conversation that is no longer controlled by businesses alone. It notes that customers and others can freely share opinions online. As a result, many businesses are now actively engaging on social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook to participate in the conversation and better understand and interact with customers. The document provides tips for businesses on getting started with social media, including understanding audiences, listening to conversations, setting objectives, following engagement rules and choosing the right tools.
The document discusses strategies for attracting and engaging the next generation. It notes that the next generation values balance in life over work, sees adulthood as starting later, and conducts much of their social life online. To attract them, regions should focus on affordability, job opportunities, natural beauty, lifelong learning, ease of transportation, social connections, and things to do after work/on weekends. Experiences for tourists should be redesigned with these factors in mind to make the next generation want to return. Research suggests the next generation has time for cultural activities but makes last-minute plans online, relies on word-of-mouth, and is willing to pay for unique experiences that provide learning, socializing or sensory stimulation.
This document appears to be notes from a presentation or talk. It discusses various topics related to Plone, a content management system, including its vision, customers as developers, theories of web development, what makes a good development tool, who Plone currently solves problems for, issues with Buildout and the database, minimizing knowledge and steps needed, and developing by default. The document advocates for making Plone more accessible and developable out of the box.
The document provides tips for effectively networking at events including being interested, having business cards ready, following up afterwards, and having an online presence. It also lists popular local networking events in Melbourne, Australia like TheHive.org.au, coworking spaces like HubMelbourne.posterous.com, and recommends scheduling informal coffee meetings. The overall focus is on maximizing the benefits of in-person and online events for professional networking.
The document discusses the key elements and functions of Desire2Learn's ePortfolio tool, including its ability to store, share, and receive feedback on artifacts, reflections, collections and presentations. It allows users to connect with others through social learning features like groups, comments and assessments. Artifacts form the foundation and can include a variety of file types as well as newly added audio recordings. Advanced features provide tagging, collections, forms and import/export options to extend its functionality.
The document discusses a presentation on mobile eLearning and the changing landscape of education. Key points include a vision for student-centric learning, how ubiquitous wireless access and mobile devices are enabling learning anywhere anytime, and how this is transforming education from a teacher-centric model to one focused on student needs through collaborative and personalized learning. Initiatives of the eLearning Consortium to support this transition are also outlined.
The presentation discusses the vision for 21st century education, how schools, teachers, and students will connect using technology, and how teachers will help students gain knowledge and wisdom. It calls for flexibility in teaching methods to engage student interest and curiosity, and seeks resources and funding to support technology integration and professional development.
The document discusses Twitter's Streaming and REST APIs. It explains that the Streaming API provides real-time access to various data streams, including public statuses, replies, and other activity. The REST API allows accessing static Twitter resources through HTTP requests. The document focuses on describing the statuses/sample and statuses/filter methods of the Streaming API for accessing public tweets and filtering tweets by keywords, locations, or user IDs.
Open Badges is a project by Mozilla and MacArthur Foundation to recognize skills and achievements through digital badges. It aims to create a shared ecosystem where badges can represent learning regardless of where or how it occurred. In the ecosystem, badges contain information about the skill or achievement and link to evidence of completion. This allows learning to be captured and recognized in new ways, including informal learning pathways, to provide more opportunities for learning and access to information.
The document provides steps for uploading a file to SlideShare and including a SlideShare presentation in a Blackboard course. The steps are: 1) Create a free SlideShare account, 2) Click upload and browse to select a file, 3) Add a title, tags, and other metadata then click save. To include the presentation in Blackboard, get the URL from your SlideShare uploads, paste it into Blackboard's slideshare mashup tool, and submit.
Scratch is a programming language used to create interactive stories, games, and animations that can be shared online. It helps students think creatively and collaboratively. The Hour of Code is a global movement to introduce students to computer science through one-hour tutorials available in over 30 languages. During Computer Science Education Week in December, any student or teacher can organize an Hour of Code event to demystify coding. The document provides instructions on getting started with Scratch by creating an account and working on a virtual pet project.
This document provides summaries of several iPad apps for math and science. It describes apps such as Virtual Manipulatives, which allows users to interact with shapes and numbers; MyScript Calculator, which allows handwritten calculations; MathTerms, a glossary of math terms; and Proportion Solver, which solves proportions. For science, it outlines apps including CK-12 studyNow!, which provides open-source science content; Science Glossary, a glossary of science terms; goREACT, which simulates chemical reactions; and Solve the Outbreak, which teaches about disease detection through scenarios. It concludes with recommendations for additional math and science apps.
This document provides summaries of iPad apps that can be used for English/Language Arts and Social Studies. It describes the features and content of apps such as Voice Dream Lite for text-to-speech, Total Recall for mind mapping, Dictionary.com for dictionary and thesaurus references, and Google Drive for accessing files saved to the school network. For social studies, it outlines apps like DocsTeach for activities using primary sources, This Day in History for multimedia timelines, apps focused on the Constitution, Congress and American history games. The document aims to showcase free iPad apps that teachers can utilize.
This document provides an introduction and overview of coding and computational thinking using Scratch 2.0. It discusses why coding is important, provides basics on Scratch including an overview video and tutorials, and presents sample projects and challenges for students including debugging exercises. Resources on Scratch and coding are also listed, along with a quote about seeing coding as a new form of expression and learning.
Scratch To Flex Your Creativity WorkshopKaren VItek
This document provides an agenda for a 3-hour Scratch coding workshop. The agenda includes introductions, an explanation of why coding is important, basics of the Scratch programming language like sprites and blocks, tutorials and projects to complete, and opportunities to share work. Participants will learn programming concepts like debugging and animation through Scratch coding cards and projects, and will have a chance to discuss resources for continuing their coding education.
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This document provides an overview of emerging technologies that can be used for learning and leadership. It discusses social learning theory and the TPACK framework as contexts for integrating technology. Several specific tools are then outlined, including Twitter for sharing updates, Diigo for bookmarking and annotation, Facebook and Edmodo as social platforms, and Pinterest for collecting resources. Blogs, wikis, and content management systems like Moodle and Drupal are presented as ways to create an online leader presence. Google Docs, Prezi, and Poll Everywhere are highlighted as tools for collaborative meetings. The presentation emphasizes guiding students and staff in the proper use of technologies to support learning and change.
Moodle is an open source online learning management system that allows teachers to extend learning beyond the classroom and offer online courses and professional development. It includes features like user profiles, blocks for adding content, course descriptions, activities, resources, forums, lessons, quizzes, gradebooks, and user reports. The document provides an overview of these core Moodle components and tips for using the platform effectively.
Diigo is a social bookmarking site that allows users to bookmark websites, add annotations like highlights and notes, organize bookmarks into public or private lists, search bookmarks by tags, join or create groups to share content with others, and get alerts when groups add new content. As a teacher, Diigo offers a free premium account that provides tools like creating student accounts without email addresses and activities for making the most of the site's features for educational purposes.
This document provides an introduction and overview of Scratch, a programming language designed for children to create interactive stories, games, and animations. The document outlines an agenda for exploring Scratch, including basics of the programming language, examples of projects, and resources for sharing creations online. It encourages participants to try out Scratch through interactive tutorials and provides information on the Scratch online community for sharing projects.
This document provides tips for tweens on internet safety, responsible online behavior, and dealing with potential threats. It advises tweens to be careful what private information they share online, to think before posting anything that could hurt others, and to tell a trusted adult if they feel unsafe or experience cyberbullying. Tweens are encouraged to avoid interacting with or accepting gifts from unknown individuals online and to report any inappropriate messages or requests to an adult.
1. Digging into Diigo
presented by Karen Vitek
Computer Studies Teacher
Todd Middle School
Spackenkill ~ Poughkeepsie, NY
S oc ia l B oo k m a rk ing a n d S o Much More!
Friday, March 4, 2011
2. What is Diigo?
Next generation social bookmarking tool
Research, Share, Collaborate
Annotate, Archive, Organize
Build Your Personal Learning Network
Create a Group Knowledge Repository
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4. Educator Accounts
Create student accounts without using email
addresses
Students in the same class are set up as a Diigo
Group
Privacy settings are available
Ads are education related
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6. Create a
bookmark
This is the heart of
Diigo!
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7. Options for Bookmarks
Edit the URL and title
Private vs. public
Adding a description
Choosing/creating tags
Adding to a list
Sharing to a group
Read Later
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8. More Options for Sharing
Upload Cache
Twitter
Save and Send
Mutual Friends & Emails
EasyBlog
Note to Messages
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9. Highlighting
Select text on a
webpage or click on
Highlight
Choose a color
Add a Sticky Note
Get annotated link
View in My Library
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10. Comment
Page Comments
Private, Public or Group
Filter Annotations
Readers
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11. Sticky Notes
Floating Sticky Notes
Public, Private, or Group
Group member comments
Hide Public Sticky Notes
Get annotated link
View in My Library
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12. Send
Email or Diigo Friends
To a blog
Twitter or Facebook
Get annotated link
Extract annotations
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13. Messages
To mutual friends or
Emails
Just a Note
Add to EasyBlog
Star and sort
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14. Read
Later
A quick way to save
to your library to
read when you have
time
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15. Quick
Access
Filter
• Tags
• List
• Recent
• Unread
• Import
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16. Capture
Select area to capture
Annotate selection
Save to Library
Capture entire page
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17. Search a
web page
Easily search a page
for key words
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