Andrea H.
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Andrea H.
Graphic Designer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"We have loved using Shorthand"
4/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

I love how easy the platform is to use and how speedy their help service is to help (on the few occasions we have needed it). They have been super accommodating of us and are always willing to help! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

There are a few things we wish we have control over (such as how the responsiveness works and some custom styling), however I know on higher plans this is available, and shorthand . The other thing I have found challenging is that the pricing structure changes every year, this being said, shorthand has always been willing to help and find a plan to suit our NGO budget. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Rich E.
D
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"A brilliant platform, for creating really engaging case studies."
4/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

The platform is super easy to work with and has some brilliant features. Connecting different social platforms to help layer stories and embed videos from youtube. The technical support and help is great too. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

I would recommend the Pro licence, although it's more expensive the additional features are worth the cost. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Jayvik P.
JP
Jayvik P.
Digital Content Operations Manager
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Great visual storytelling tool"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

It’s easy to use with simple guides (if needed) to on-board other team members. You can really push your creativity as the various options, especially tailoring content just for desktop AND/OR mobile, allow you to provide a unique experience for your users to consume your content/information. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

The limited networks offered as sharing could be expanded, to truly reach the masses. Only one user can be editing at one given time so sometimes limits collaboration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Tobacco
AT
Verified User in Tobacco
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Responsive team, recommend"
4/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

That they reply to your emails, queries straight away Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

Once, they cancelled a meeting unilaterally Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Paul J.
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Paul J.
Digital Content Designer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Shorthand is easy to learn, fun to use and produces amazing results"
5/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

I like not worrying about making an story/page responsive - the preview shows the end product for the majority of devices, and the setting the focal point takes care of the rest. I like finding creative ways to combine sections. Still finding them a year into using it!

Tech support are suberb too. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

There have been a few occasions when the positioning of text on a Text Over Media section feels limited. I usually get around this by editing the image but I'd like to suggest having 5 horizontal placements instead of the current 3. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
UN
Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Shorthand review"
5/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

Shorthand is very intuitive, easy to use and the product is awesome. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

The is not much to dislike about Shorthand, perhaps the blocks can be mildly restrictive at times but then again, that makes for a very user friendly experience for beginners. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Fred G.
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Fred G.
Producer/Director
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Easy to pick up and use - fabulous customer support"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

The people who work there are really great - helping out with any problems quickly and giving time for long calls when we have had questions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

I guess if pushed I'd say the cost, but then it does a huge amount - so I can see why Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Tyler N.
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Excellent tool, excellent support"
5/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

An excellent storytelling tool that is stable and powerful. Wonderfully responsive support from an outstanding company. Shorthand's generous support of journalism education is helping prepare the next generation of journalists. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

There are very few things I dislike about the product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Andrew Cobby of Shorthand

Hey Tyler, thanks for your lovely review of Shorthand! I’m so glad you’ve found our support team to be wonderfully responsive. Best of luck to you and your students in producing some beautiful stories.

Thanks again, and happy storytelling!

Eszter S.
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Eszter S.
Senior Graphic Designer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Online storytelling in a simple and safe way"
5/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

Shorthand is an online storytelling system, easy to use, and custom designed for clients. with the pre-defined styles the visual identity is always respected. Used by a designer, magic can happen. I have been using Shorthand for 4 years now and never had a problem that they could not solve and the help is always very fast. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

Once the style is defined, there is not much room for change. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Performing Arts
UP
Verified User in Performing Arts
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Shorthand have been great at helping us tell stories in a visually striking way"
5/5
What do you like best about Shorthand?

I love how easy it is to use, and I love how visual the platform is Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Shorthand?

At times the backend can take a while to load if using big files etc Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.