Hey everyone! I've spent the last year creating a comprehensive documentation in OneNote, accumulating over 200 pages. Now that I'm moving to a new company, I'm faced with the challenge of transferring this documentation. I can't download single pages since there are too many, and exporting the entire workbook is also not feasible due to its size. Does anyone have tips or experiences on how to handle this situation? Thanks!
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Legally speaking, you shouldn't really take anything that's been created during your time at the company. It's considered their property since it was done using their resources. However, OneNote does have export features. You can export the entire notebook into different formats like a OneNote Package or PDF, and that's probably the best way to keep your structure intact.
Another option is to see if you can copy and paste pages directly into a personal OneNote account on the same device. If both instances are open, you might be able to easily shift your information over. Also, sharing your work notebook with your personal account could allow for easy copying between the two.
I get that it’s frustrating to deal with big files! Some folks have had success exporting section by section as PDFs, which lets you chunk it down into more manageable bits. It might be tedious, but it’s definitely one way to get around the large file issue.
If you happen to have created anything outside of work hours that’s not company-specific, you might be able to export those parts. Everything else could be a legal issue, especially regarding trade secrets or sensitive info. This could be a good opportunity to start your own blog to document your learning and keep your work independent!
It sounds like you're in a bit of a tough spot. I think the only option might be to export the whole workbook. Just keep in mind that this is intellectual property of your current employer, so taking it with you might not be allowed. I know someone who managed to transfer their stuff when leaving, but it's definitely a gray area legally.
That's a great idea! Starting a personal blog can help ensure that your knowledge is yours and not tied to any specific company.