Notizblock

Notizblock is a term used in German to refer to a pad or block of paper intended for taking notes. It generally denotes a physical notepad with sheets attached along one edge and a stable back, which may be perforated for easy page removal. Notizblocks are commonly spiral-bound, glued, or stitched and are produced in various sizes, with DIN sizes such as A6 and A5 being particularly common. Pages may be ruled, blank, grid, or dotted, and blocks often include a cover and sometimes margins or index pages.

Notizblocks are used for quick note-taking in settings such as meetings, classrooms, and fieldwork. They are valued for portability, a simple writing surface, and the ability to tear out pages cleanly when needed. The term contrasts with Notizbuch, which typically refers to a bound notebook or journal whose pages remain intact as a single book.

In addition to traditional paper formats, the concept of a Notizblock extends to digital contexts where the term is used colloquially to describe note-taking applications or widgets that imitate a notepad on electronic devices.

Materials commonly involved include wood-free paper of various weights, cardboard covers, and binding materials such as wire, glue, or staples. Offerings range from inexpensive campus blocks to higher-quality blocks produced by office-supply brands. Notizblocks are widely available in German-speaking markets and are used across educational, professional, and personal contexts. See also: Notizbuch, digital notepad, notepad.