Introduction

In this section, the speaker introduces themselves and provides an overview of what will be covered in the video.

Overview

• The speaker is a fourth-year medical student in Switzerland.

• The video will cover 50 tips to go from starter to pro in Logseq.

• Logseq is a markdown-based platform for personal knowledge management.

• The desktop app can be downloaded from their website.

• Logseq is free, but donations can be made to support the developers.

Getting Started with Logseq

This section covers how to get started with Logseq, including creating a new directory, creating a new page, changing block types, and using the search bar.

Getting Started

• To create or open a directory, click "Open Existing" or "Create New" on the main screen.

• Your data will only be stored on your device.

• A directory is equivalent to a folder on your device.

• To create a new page, type in the search bar and hit enter.

• To create a new line within an existing block, press Shift + Enter.

• Press Tab to change block type into child blocks.

• Clicking on bullet points isolates blocks from other blocks.

Referencing and Embedding Blocks

This section covers referencing and embedding blocks in Logseq.

Referencing and Embedding Blocks

• Type two square brackets to reference or create a new page.

• Clicking it takes you directly to that page.

• Pressing Shift + Click opens it in the right sidebar.

• Backlinks use brackets to create links between pages.

• Type two parentheses around any block on any page to reference it elsewhere.

• Pressing Shift + Click opens it in the right sidebar.

• Changes made to referenced blocks will be reflected in all instances of that block.

Prioritizing and Task Management

This section covers prioritizing and task management in Logseq.

Prioritizing and Task Management

• Press Ctrl/Cmd + Enter inside a block to cycle through different workflow marks.

• Type /priority to set priority levels (A, B, or C).

• Use tags to categorize pages or blocks.

• Clicking on a tag shows every instance of its use.

• Use the graph view to see connected ideas.

• Use templates for reuse purposes by right-clicking on a block and selecting "Make Template".

• Search using Command + U.

• Use markdown syntax for formatting text (e.g., underlining, bolding, highlighting).

Embedding Pages and PDF Highlights

This section covers embedding pages and PDF highlights in Logseq.

Embedding Pages and PDF Highlights

• To embed an entire page, type /embed page.

• Select the page you want to embed from the dropdown menu.

• The embedded page can be edited directly from within the current page.

• To embed an entire block with its children, type /embed block.

• Select the block you want to embed from the dropdown menu.

• Changes made to embedded blocks will be reflected in all instances of that block.

• Dragging a PDF file into Logseq creates a new block with that file as reference material.

• Highlight text within the PDF by selecting it and choosing your favorite color.

• Add hashtags (#card) to turn any block into a card.

Integrating Zotero with Logseq

This section covers integrating Zotero with Logseq.

Integrating Zotero with Logseq

• Use the reference feature to make your own v key.

• This could worsen the overview in your graph.

• To maintain an overview of your graph, use the same keywords at the end of your text for notes with similar topics.

• Join the Logseq community on Discord to discuss various topics around Logseq.

Tips for Using Markdown-Based Apps

In this section, the speaker provides tips for using markdown-based apps like Obsidian.

Customizing Blocks

• Right-click on a bullet point to change the color of your block.

Embedding Pages in Cards

• You can embed a page in cards as well.

Escaping Formatting

• To escape formatting, use a backslash.

Conclusion and Call to Action

The speaker concludes the video and encourages viewers to leave comments about what they would like to see next.

• Thank you for watching.

• Like and subscribe if you want to see more content from me.

• Leave a comment about what videos you'd like to see next.