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# Learn

Short, practical guides for capturing ideas with your voice and keeping them organized.
iOS
## Build the “Voice Memo → Text (Brain Dump)” Shortcut (/learn/voice-memo-to-text-shortcut)

A simple Shortcut that sends a Voice Memo recording to Brain Dump for instant Markdown.

## Choose the right mic on iPhone (wired vs. wireless) (/learn/wired-vs-wireless-mics-ios)

Pick the mic that fits your environment for cleaner transcripts.

## Create a Siri phrase to start Brain Dump (/learn/siri-phrase-brain-dump)

Launch hands‑free with a custom phrase like "brain dump now".

## Recover from iCloud file conflicts (/learn/recover-from-conflicts)

Find conflicted copies, merge, and prevent it next time.

## A speakable meeting notes template (Markdown) (/learn/meeting-notes-template)

Labels and bullets you can say that render cleanly.

## Daily journal template you can speak (/learn/daily-journal-template)

A durable, voice‑first template with examples, variations, and tips so your one‑minute entries stay useful.

## Hands‑free capture in the car (CarPlay tips) (/learn/carplay-handsfree-capture)

Safer, simple ways to capture thoughts while driving.

## Back up your Brain Dump folder with Git (/learn/backup-with-git)

Keep a private history of changes using a simple Git repo.

## Capture offline in Airplane Mode (/learn/airplane-mode-capture)

Brain Dump works without a connection; here's how to use it well.

## Voice dictation tips for clear notes (/learn/voice-dictation-tips)

Simple techniques to boost accuracy and reduce rework.

## Set up Siri Shortcuts for one‑tap capture (/learn/shortcuts-automation)

Launch Brain Dump with your voice and file notes hands‑free.
Productivity
## How to Organize Brain Dump Notes with iCloud Topic Folders (/learn/icloud-topic-folders)

Complete guide to creating a folder structure in iCloud Drive for automatic note filing, with naming conventions, organization strategies, and workflow examples.
Productivity
## How to Export Brain Dump Notes to Obsidian (Complete Setup Guide) (/learn/export-to-obsidian)

Step-by-step tutorial for connecting Brain Dump voice notes to Obsidian, preserving Markdown links, and building a voice-first knowledge base.
iOS
## How to Use Custom Dictionary for Names and Jargon in Brain Dump (/learn/custom-dictionary-jargon)

Step-by-step guide to teaching Brain Dump uncommon words, technical jargon, and proper names for perfect transcription accuracy on iPhone.
Productivity
## How to Append to Last Note with Siri Shortcuts (Complete Automation Guide) (/learn/append-to-last-note-shortcuts)

Build a Siri Shortcuts automation that adds voice notes to your most recent Brain Dump note — perfect for daily journals, meeting notes, and ongoing projects.

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