OrbitNote is a software solution for educators and students that transforms PDFs into accessible, interactive documents, supporting annotation, literacy tools, and real-time collaboration. It provides features such as text-to-speech, highlighting, drawing, and OCR to ensure all users, including those with learning differences, can engage with digital content efficiently.

Key Features

Annotation Tools Enables users to mark up PDFs for learning and feedback.

• Highlight text for research or study
• Draw shapes and freehand annotations
• Add text and images directly onto PDFs

One-Click OCR Scanning Converts printed or image-based text into accessible, readable PDFs.

• Makes scanned documents searchable and selectable
• Facilitates accessibility for all learners

Literacy Support Tools Assists comprehension and reading for diverse learners.

• Text-to-speech with dual color highlighting
• Built-in dictionary and picture dictionary
• Translation of single words into multiple languages

Collaboration and Feedback Supports digital teamwork and teacher-student interaction.

• Real-time annotation sharing
• Seamless integration with Google Classroom and Office 365
• Feedback and communication tools for assignments

Accessibility Enhancements Improves focus and usability for all students.

• Screen masking and reading light features
• Screenshot reader for inaccessible text

Benefits

Enhanced Accessibility Ensures equitable access to learning materials for all students.

• Converts inaccessible PDFs into readable, interactive documents
• Supports learners with reading or visual challenges

Flexible Demonstration of Knowledge Allows students to express understanding in multiple ways.

• Typing, drawing, highlighting, and adding images
• Encourages creativity and varied learning styles

Streamlined Collaboration Facilitates productive teacher-student and peer interactions.

• Collaborative annotation and feedback within PDFs
• Integration with widely-used educational platforms

Productivity and Efficiency Saves time for educators and students in preparing and reviewing materials.

• One-click OCR and easy sharing of annotated PDFs
• Compatible with other annotation tools (Adobe, Kami)