Some Tips of Using Echo

A few days ago I introduced the basics of Echo, and today I want to share a few tips that make it even easier to use.

Tip 1: Add a sentence with a keyboard shortcut

By default, the + key adds a new sentence. Once I’ve finished adding one sentence, I just press Shift + + to quickly add the next one.

Tip 2: Customize the shortcuts

If you don’t like the shortcuts I set as defaults, you can go to “Preferences” → “Keyboard Shortcuts” at the top and set the keys you prefer!

Tip 3: Fill in the source quickly

In the source field, just press the key to bring up the last five entries you typed. When you’re adding quote after quote from the same book, you don’t have to retype the same information over and over.

Tip 4: Create folders

If you want to sort the quotes you’ve collected, click the + next to Folders, then select the quote cards and drag them over!

On top of that, readers have probably noticed that Echo has a dark interface! Just head to “Appearance” to switch it; you can also change the language under “Preferences.”

Go download it and give it a try!
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NB: This article was first published in Chinese on 09/07/2026. It was later translated with assistance from AI tools, edited by me, and published in English on 09/09/2026.

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