Index cards

[Cpu_Modern]

I use some cards with ideas and general concepts on them, they are good for little 'on desk' presentations to clarify stuff while in meetings and conversations. I got that idea years ago on this forum, btw.

Because of that I also have my @agendas on index cards. I use the free ones without lines or some such.

I also have some empty cards with me for doing capture. The rest of my system is digital. Sometimes I use a paper notebook for capture, but it's more for casual one-off occasions.

[PaulK]

I use them for capture, both at desk (next to phone) and on the run. They are ideal to throw into inbox when I touch down.

My next action lists live in Toodledo and Ultimate To Do List on Android, but it is often easier to capture on index card and enter to system when back at a computer.

[JakeInBrighton]

I started out with GTD using the "hipster PDA" idea from Merlin Mann's 43 folders blog too. I've since switched to using a software solution for all my lists, but there is nothing quite like paper for rapid capture on the go when you are thinking about something. I still love paper for that and always carry index cards and a pen with me.

[MichaelHawkins]

I keep a short stack of lined 3x5 index cards (held together with a binder clip) in my shirt pocket. Along with a pen, they are great for capturing notes, phone numbers and action items when I'm away from my calendar or computer.

It's hard to tell when a though will pop into your head. The index cards make a great capture tool.

They are easy to tuck in a pocket or purse and they are inexpensive too!