10 Ways to Study: a Paperlike Guide to Learning Anything

Quiz: Find your ideal study technique for the next exam.

Here's a secret: not all study methods fit every topic of study. Memorizing vocabulary isn't the same as mastering calculus, and cramming for history won't work for coding. This quiz helps you figure out the method that fits your goals best, so you can study smarter, not harder.

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Free download — 10 Ways to Study: a Paperlike Guide to Learning Anything.

We want to help our community become their best selves, using tools that fit the way they learn.

That’s why we created the 10 Ways to Study: a Paperlike Guide to Learning Anything. It's a free, downloadable ebook packed with ten of the most effective study techniques out there.

It’s your go-to resource for figuring out how to best learn and retain information, especially when your workload grows and your schedule starts to pile up.

Whether you’re prepping for exams, discovering a new hobby, or building better learning habits, this guide helps you find the method that fits you best.

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10 study methods. Explore a curated set of research-proven techniques.
Practical application. Beyond a simple “how to”, each method includes the when and why, so you can use it effectively in the right context.
Clear visuals. Designed with infographics and illustrations that make each method easy to understand (and remember).
Multiple formats. Use EPUB for comfortable reading on any device and switch to PDF when you want to highlight, annotate, or write by hand.
Personalized guidance. Take the quiz to find the techniques that match your learning style, subject, and study goals.

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Proven learning techniques

Learn from research-proven methods.

The research-proven techniques will transform your study sessions from passive reading to active learning. This will help the material stick in your memory long-term for better grades and reduced academic stress.

2-minute quiz

Discover learning techniques that fit your needs.

Take our quick assessment quiz to find the study techniques that work best for your academic goals, current challenges, and preferred learning approach.

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EPUB or PDF

Study anywhere with mobile-optimized formats.

Access your study strategies wherever and whenever you need them, with formats designed for both mobile and tablet devices. EPUB adapts to any screen size, and the PDF allows for detailed notetaking in apps like Goodnotes and Notability.

10 Ways to Study: a Paperlike Guide to Learning Anything — download yours here.

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FAQs

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How do I get the guide?

It’s free! Just subscribe to our newsletter (or enter your preferred email if you’re already subscribed), and we’ll send the download link to your inbox.

Who made the guide?

Our editorial content team pulled from past blog posts and our own research to compile the 10 best ways to study. Then our fav, Joanna Muñoz, aka Wink and Wonder, designed the lovely illustrations and inforgraphics you find inside.

What’s the difference between the EPUB and the PDF versions?

For annotating and writing, download the PDF, and upload it to popular notetaking apps like Goodnotes and Notability. For access to the ebook anytime and on any device, download the EPUB, and upload it to the Apple Books app or your favorite e-reader.

What if I want more?

You can keep coming back to the quiz to find your ideal learning technique for every situation. If you’re ready to take your study setup further, check out the Paperlike Pro Planner. It’s perfect for students and lifelong learners to stay on track all year long. And don’t forget – your download email includes a 50% discount code for the Pro Planner (but don't dawdle: this offer expires 30 days after you receive the download email).