How to Make a Computer Diary

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Last Updated: January 24, 2025

Do you want to keep a diary but think it's too risky to write on paper? Well, this guide tells you how to make a top-secret diary on your computer!

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Sample Computer Diary

Method 1

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Using Microsoft Office Word

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If you want more security, then follow the steps below.
Type your entries, then change the font to something like 'wingdings' (or change the font color to white) and that way, even if someone guessed the password, they wouldn't be able to read it unless they changed the font.
After a year or two, you might like to protect yourself from a computer hacker or annoying sisters and brothers to stop trying to hack your computer diary files. Read how to make a password protected file as mentioned in the tips, but this time even more security.

Method 2

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Using "Word Diary Creator" Software Get a Microsoft Word Document for Diary

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Word Diary Creator application can automatically create a Microsoft Office Word document includes a calendar and daily diary,them can be connected with each other.

Method 3

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Using "My Journal" Software

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Or, download it directly from this location: https://download.cnet.com/my-journal/3000-2124_4-10571501.html, and click the blue Download Now hyperlink.
If somebody comes in the room while you're typing an entry, hit the 'Esc' button on your keyboard and the program will save where you are and log out immediately.

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Using Zipped Folder

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Method 5

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Using 'Mémoires' App

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Press insert if you want to.
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How can I make my journal have ruled lines?

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Instead of Microsoft Word, you could download Microsoft OneNote. It allows you to create sections, lines, etc., and it's great for taking school notes.

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Which is the best method to add photos to the diary? This would mean 'wrapping' text and moving photos around the page.

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You can find a photo online, and drag it to the ''Computer Diary'' and let go of the mouse wherever you want it!

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How do I file a computer diary?

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The best way is to save it into a memorable file in your documents or on your desktop. Should you wish for it to still be accessible if your computer breaks, try a online storage method like One Drive or Dropbox.

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Choose a password you can remember, but that no one else can guess.

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For even more security, encrypt the file.

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You can put the font into white so they won't see it or you can change the font into VBDings, Bella K. Dings Are Cool, Wingdings, MTF Sweet Dings, KBABCDoodles, etc.

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If you forget your password, you won't have access to your diary! Write your password down and keep it in a safe place.

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