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Annotating

Definition

Annotating involves marking up or adding notes to text, such as books, articles, or documents, to highlight important information, make connections, or ask questions.

Related terms

Margin Notes: Margin notes are written comments or observations made in the margins (blank spaces) next to specific lines or paragraphs in a text.

Highlighting: Highlighting involves using colored markers or digital tools to mark important passages or sections in order to easily locate them later.

Underlining: Underlining refers to drawing lines beneath words or phrases in order to emphasize their significance while reading.

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