Microsoft’s ink-friendly Journal app now supports pen pressure and custom colors

The Journal app is an ink-first app for notes, and it just got better with its latest update.

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What you need to know

Microsoft Garage released a new called Journal last month. It’s an ink-first app for jotting down notes and other content with a stylus. It supports ink gestures, touch scrolling, and making a selection with a pen, which all allow you to quickly navigate the app with your stylus. Journal now has new features following an update, including custom ink support, pen pressure support, and the ability to easily insert images.

Microsoft breaks down what’s new in arecent post. Here’s what’s new for the Journal app:

You can grab the update now through the Microsoft Store.

Journal is an ink-first app built for taking notes. It uses AI to improve input through Ink Gestures.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.