Docs made better
Collaborating on projects has moved beyond sharing hand-written notes and sending files back and forth. With Paper, everyone can collaborate in one place.
Paper is perfect for getting ideas out there. It’s collaboration without the headache.
Stay on top of it all
Paper is more than just a docs app. It’s a collaborative tool that makes the way you work and collaborate a more exciting and efficient process.
Never worry about version control
When you work together on a project with several people, sometimes you encounter the dreaded version control issue. Not with Paper. Everyone works from a shared, up-to-date document. You can also track and rollback changes using Paper’s doc history feature.
Comment, tag, reply, resolve
Paper lets you collaborate directly in the document, making it easy to give and receive feedback without disrupting anyone’s flow. You can add a comment by highlighting any text and selecting the comment icon (which is a speech bubble).
From your comment, you can tag someone by typing @ followed by their name, reply, and resolve completed comments.
Check it off your list
Make a to-do list and tag whoever needs to complete each item right in your doc. From the toolbar, click the checkbox and start typing your list. You can @ mention someone to assign out each task and even add a due date.
More than a notepad
Sure, it’s called Paper, but it’s more than just a place to scribble down notes. It’s a tool you can use for anything. Add images, audio clips, video, code blocks, and more.
Say it with a sticker
Sometimes an emoji is the perfect way get your point across. Respond to comments in Paper with emojis and stickers.
Paper works for you
Reduce your administrative work and get right to the creativity by using Paper templates. When you use a Paper template, the structure is created for you. You can focus on the content rather than the work about work.
Create from an existing doc or from scratch
Already have a template you use all the time? Upload it to Paper by selecting the Import doc button from the home screen and start working immediately.
If you’d rather create your own template directly in a blank Paper doc, you can easily do so:
- Open or create a Paper doc.
- Click (…) ellipsis.
- Choose Templatize.
- Edit the doc as needed, Create doc to add it to your template library.
Brainstorming
Take the work of setting up a document and get right to the good stuff with a brainstorm template. This template features a section where users can share inspiration, which can include images and media, and a section for ideas. At the bottom, a “Next steps checklist” has been started for you and your team.
Meeting notes
Don’t miss any moments during a meeting trying to organize your note-taking method. The Meeting notes template already has sections for you to list and @ mention attendees, post an agenda, take your discussion notes, and add a checklist for action items.
Project plan
Take out the administrative tasks of setting up a project plan. This Paper template gives you space to track the project’s status, team, key dates, and more.
Create from an existing doc or from scratch
Already have a template you use all the time? Upload it to Paper by selecting the Import doc button from the home screen and start working immediately.
If you’d rather create your own template directly in a blank Paper doc, you can easily do so:
- Open or create a Paper doc.
- Click (…) ellipsis.
- Choose Templatize.
- Edit the doc as needed, Create doc to add it to your template library.
Brainstorming
Take the work of setting up a document and get right to the good stuff with a brainstorm template. This template features a section where users can share inspiration, which can include images and media, and a section for ideas. At the bottom, a “Next steps checklist” has been started for you and your team.
Meeting notes
Don’t miss any moments during a meeting trying to organize your note-taking method. The Meeting notes template already has sections for you to list and @ mention attendees, post an agenda, take your discussion notes, and add a checklist for action items.
Project plan
Take out the administrative tasks of setting up a project plan. This Paper template gives you space to track the project’s status, team, key dates, and more.
Create from an existing doc or from scratch
Already have a template you use all the time? Upload it to Paper by selecting the Import doc button from the home screen and start working immediately.
If you’d rather create your own template directly in a blank Paper doc, you can easily do so:
- Open or create a Paper doc.
- Click (…) ellipsis.
- Choose Templatize.
- Edit the doc as needed, Create doc to add it to your template library.
Using Dropbox Paper
Don’t let administrative tasks and formatting stop your creative flow. See how Paper can make working together easier and more streamlined.
Common questions
Still have questions about Paper? Maybe it’s one of these. If you have a question that’s not listed here, check out the help center for more answers.
How does Paper integrate with Dropbox?
You need a Dropbox account to access Paper, but it is separate from your Dropbox. All Dropbox user have access to Paper.
How can I format my text in Paper?
Highlight the text you want to format and a toolbar will appear. You can also access a hotkey drawer of Keyboard Shortcuts. Just hit the “Ctrl” and “/” keys to reveal it.
How do I organize content in Paper?
You can create folders for your Paper docs, just like you can in your Dropbox. And, depending on your version of Paper, you can also store Paper docs directly in Dropbox folders.
Using Paper to stay organized
Imagine you’ve got a brand new project kicking off, and your team is ready to hold their first meeting. Get started with a Paper template, and don’t waste time formatting another new document.
Invite your friends
Ready to invite your team to your project plan? Select “Invite” and add in their email addresses. Now you’re ready to get to work!
Open a new template
Open your Paper docs and choose "Create with template" in the right sidebar. Or, go to dropbox.com/paper/templates if you don't see that option.
Pick Project plan
From the options that have appeared, choose a template to use. Let’s use the Project plan template.
Add a title
A new blank template should have appeared. Give your new Paper doc a title.
Link to other docs
Add in details to make the document your own. Change the status and link to another document by typing in “+” and the title of that Paper doc.
Add dates to the timeline
Next, set some key dates and check an item off from this section.
Access the toolbar
In the Details section, hit “Return” to access the toolbar.
Add media
Add in a photo or video to this section and give it a caption as well.
@mention someone
Add an action item and tag someone by @mentioning someone.
Invite your friends
Ready to invite your team to your project plan? Select “Invite” and add in their email addresses. Now you’re ready to get to work!
Open a new template
Open your Paper docs and choose "Create with template" in the right sidebar. Or, go to dropbox.com/paper/templates if you don't see that option.
Pick Project plan
From the options that have appeared, choose a template to use. Let’s use the Project plan template.
Add a title
A new blank template should have appeared. Give your new Paper doc a title.
Link to other docs
Add in details to make the document your own. Change the status and link to another document by typing in “+” and the title of that Paper doc.
Add dates to the timeline
Next, set some key dates and check an item off from this section.
Access the toolbar
In the Details section, hit “Return” to access the toolbar.
Add media
Add in a photo or video to this section and give it a caption as well.
@mention someone
Add an action item and tag someone by @mentioning someone.
Invite your friends
Ready to invite your team to your project plan? Select “Invite” and add in their email addresses. Now you’re ready to get to work!
