Zim (software)

Thorvaldsen Christus

Zim

Developer(s)	Jaap Karssenberg
Initial release	2007
Stable release	0.73.5 / December  27, 2020 (2020-12-27)
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Written in	Python
Engine
Operating system	Linux, Windows, macOS
Platform	GTK+
Available in	English
Type	Personal wiki, Notetaking software
License	GPL-2.0-or-later

Zim is a personal wiki notetaking software written in Python using the GTK+ graphical toolkit. It is designed to maintain a collection of locally stored wiki-pages, a personal wiki, with various functionalities to organize and manage notes.

Features

Zim provides a range of features that make it a versatile tool for personal information management:

• **WYSIWYG Editor**: Zim includes a "What You See Is What You Get" editor, allowing users to format text, insert images, and create links without needing to know wiki markup.
• **Linking**: Users can easily create internal links between pages, making it simple to navigate between related notes.
• **Attachments**: Files and images can be attached to pages, providing a way to store related documents and media.
• **Plugins**: Zim supports a variety of plugins that extend its functionality, including a task list manager, calendar, and equation editor.
• **Version Control**: Zim integrates with version control systems like Bazaar and Git, allowing users to track changes and collaborate on notes.
• **Export Options**: Notes can be exported to various formats, including HTML, Markdown, and LaTeX.

Usage

Zim is used for a variety of purposes, including:

• **Personal Information Management**: Users can organize their thoughts, tasks, and projects in a structured manner.
• **Project Management**: The software's task list and calendar plugins help in managing project timelines and tasks.
• **Documentation**: Zim is suitable for creating and maintaining documentation, whether for personal projects or collaborative efforts.

Development

Zim was created by Jaap Karssenberg and has been actively developed since its initial release in 2007. The software is open-source and distributed under the GPL-2.0-or-later.

See also

• TiddlyWiki
• Notion
• Evernote
• Microsoft OneNote

External links

• [Official website]