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Layernote is a visual feedback and annotation tool built for design teams, developers, and stakeholders who need a faster way to communicate about websites and designs. Instead of scattered screenshots, long email threads, or vague Slack messages, layernote lets you point directly at what needs to change and track every piece of feedback from creation to resolution.

Who is layernote for?

Layernote is designed for anyone involved in building and reviewing digital products. Designers use it to collect precise feedback on their work. Developers use it to understand exactly what needs to change and where. Project managers use it to track progress and keep stakeholders aligned. Clients and stakeholders use it to leave feedback without needing any technical knowledge.

Core concepts

Before diving in, here are the key building blocks you will work with inside layernote.

Projects

A project is the central container for all feedback on a specific website or design. Each project is tied to a URL, a Figma file, uploaded static files, or a combination of these. Everything — annotations, labels, team members — lives within a project. Projects support versioning, so you can track feedback across different iterations of a design.

Folders

Folders let you organize projects into a hierarchy. Create nested folder structures, assign colors, and share entire folders with your team or external stakeholders. Folders keep your workspace clean as the number of projects grows.

Annotations

Annotations are the feedback items your team creates. Click on any element in your project to create an annotation pinned to that exact spot. Each annotation can have a description, priority level, labels, assignee, and file attachments. Use @mentions in comments to notify specific team members. Annotations stay anchored to the correct element, even across different screen sizes.

Kanban board

Every project includes a built-in kanban board that gives you a visual overview of all annotations and their statuses. Create custom columns, drag annotations between them, and filter by assignee, priority, or label to stay on top of your workflow.

Sharing

Share any project or folder with a simple link. Choose whether recipients can view, comment, or edit. Guests can leave feedback without creating an account, and password protection is available when you need an extra layer of security.

Getting started in three steps

1. Create your account

Sign up at app.layernote.com with your email or Google account. You will be guided through creating your first workspace, which is the shared environment where your team collaborates.

2. Create your first project

Click New project from your dashboard and choose a project type. The quickest way to get started is to paste a live website URL — layernote will load the site and let you start annotating immediately. You can also connect a Figma file, upload static designs, or set up an AI-powered design comparison.

3. Invite your team

Go to your workspace settings and invite team members by email. You can also share individual projects or folders using a share link, which is ideal for external stakeholders or clients who only need access to specific work.

What to explore next

Once your first project is set up, try creating an annotation by clicking on any element. Explore the kanban board to see how feedback flows through your workflow. Organize your projects into folders to keep things tidy.