(Part 2) Best liquid highlighters according to redditors

Pretty sure it's based off one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Highlighter-Marker-Bible-Color-Triangle/dp/B07BLVLW9V

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q1GBCGC/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_VNDYCbZRXDSAV

The Preppy is converted to an eye-dropper fill with Goulet’s highlighter kit. The Parallel has a cartridge converter installed. Both the Preppy and Parallel were filled with Noodler’s Firefly Yellow, which I picked specifically because it is an identical match to my regular highlighters (Sharpie Tank). I highlighted lines on a fairly thin page and scanned both the front and back in color so you can see the bleed through. I also included a black & white scan of the same front/back pages to demonstrate that the ink disappears like any standard bright yellow. I also have a photo of how the highlighters behave on handwritten text. (Spoiler alert: poorly.) I wrote on standard 20lb copy paper and left everything to dry for at least an hour. In all photos (I think), the order is Sharpie, Preppy, then Parallel.

I would prefer using the Sharpie--it has served me well, but it’s not refillable. (Actually, that’s an experiment for later.) I hope the Preppy will be an acceptable substitute, but I’m not entirely sure. It will certainly take a little more effort to make sure I don’t bleed through, to make sure I don’t break the pen, etc. But it might be worthwhile. I’m pretty sure once I run the Parallel empty, I’m not filling it back up with highlighter ink. It’s simply not workable for me.

Sharpie Pros:
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• Mess free: even if I sliced it open, I probably wouldn’t get much ink on myself/desk
  
• Durable
  
• Drier line: less paper wrinkling, less smearing, less bleed
  
• Broad tip, but still able to produce a fine line (but the least fine of the 3)
  
• Angled tip: hand is in a more natural position
  
• Soft tip: glides on page, more forgiving of being at weird angles, not going to rip anything
  
• Postable
  
• One marker draws approximately 835.3 feet of line
  
  \ Methodology:
  Take new Sharpie, highlight across notebook paper, note number of lines on page. Repeat until highlighter is dry. Total line count x page width.
  Fitting about 1.5 highlights per wide rule line, I averaged 50 lines per page. I got through 13.5 pages, though it was pretty clear on the last page or two that the highlighter was running low. I recapped the highlighter and left it point down for a few hours to eke the last bit of ink out. I quit around where I wouldn’t use it for highlighting anymore.
  
  Sharpie Cons:
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• Rolls around
  
• Fat (does not fit in a lot of pen slots)
  
• Made to be thrown out (I’m planning on trying to refill it, but haven’t started experimenting)
  
  Preppy Pros:
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• Eyedropper refillable, can use bottled ink
  
• Can use highlighter cartridges, too
  
• Holds a freaking ton of ink (but I have not been able to measure ink consumption very accurately, yet)
  
• Cheap
  
• Replaceable tip
  
• Angled tip
  
• Soft tip
  
• Can produce a finer line for underlining
  
• Does not roll
  
• Postable
  
• Visible ink level
  
• Normal sized pen
  
  Preppy Cons:
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• Wet line: have to make sure I don’t go too slow, and paper still may crinkle
  
• Narrow tip
  
• Not as durable: I have no qualms about chucking the Sharpie in a bag and banging it around, or accidentally stepping on it. I would not trust the Preppy plastic to hold up to a similar amount of abuse.
  
• If it does break and you have it converted to eyedropper fill, you run the risk of getting a lot of ink all over the place
  
  Parallel 3.8mm Pros:
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• Refillable
  
• Cartridge converter allows for use of bottled inks
  
• Looks to be more durable than Preppy
  
• Does not roll
  
• Fairly broad tip (still not as broad as the Sharpie)
  
• Super thin lines possible
  
  Parallel Cons:
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• More expensive
  
• Very hard to keep 100% contact with paper
  
• Awkward as hell writing angle
  
• Prone to skipping
  
• Sharp (to the paper, but not really likely to injure you)
  
• Have to highlight slowly
  
• Cartridge converter runs empty really fast
  
• Cartridge converter w/ agitator rattles and holds even less ink
  
• Cartridge converter w/o agitator prone to ink flow issues
  
• Can’t see ink levels without opening up pen
  
• Takes several turns to unscrew cap
  
• Cannot post
  
• Long as hell
  
• Tapered body makes it annoying to keep upright

also BIC Brite Liner Flex Tip Highlighter, Assorted Colors, 3-Count isnt available except from 3rd party sellers. if you can replace that with an alternate one that ships from amazon, i can get it for you

Flex Tip

https://www.amazon.com/BIC-Brite-Highlighter-Yellow-12-Count/dp/B01M6CVJBG/

It’s a highlighter called zebra mildliners.

Here’s a link: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0752PW6ND/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Oi3HDbRM62F6D

These highlighters have very calm colours and are soothing to the eye. I like these better than your typical neon yellow highlighter.

Phone: Nokia Lumia 345
Pen: Bic Ballpoint Pen
Car Keys: VW Polo
Fineliners: Stabilo Point 88
Highlighter: Stabilo Highlighter
Watch: One from River Island Mens - Can't find it on the webstore though.
Photo was taken with my trusty iPhone 5.

Here you go guys.

These highlighters: https://www.amazon.com/STAEDTLER-364-WP8-Textsurfer-Highlighter/dp/B000TKHB76/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=highlighters%2Bstaedtler&qid=1564674279&s=gateway&sprefix=highlighters%2Bstaed&sr=8-4&th=1&psc=1

I only discovered them in my second semester of 3L, and they were a godsend. 8 different colors, refillable, and they last forever.

Also a nice leather padfolio for interviews would be a good gift.

Gel pens are wonderful for decorating!! I often use them for different headers in my weekly layouts. I am a stationary addict so I have all sorts of different pens. The Tombows are a bit on the pricier side, but the thick lines could totally be done with highlighter - in fact something like these or the Zebra Mildliners could probably do the same thing. The only difference is the Tombows are water based, whereas highlighters tend to be alcohol based so the risk of bleed through is there but if you use a light hand you should be fine!

Since no one else has jumped in, surprisingly, let me go ham with suggestions. I also have incredibly small writing so I know the need to have the proper supplies.

Kurotoga

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004OHNTVC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_p.O2Cb0KYCQXX
This is the best pencil on the market for languages that use characters like Kanji. The main selling point is how it sharpens the tip every time so you don't get those blurry lines when the tip goes dull. I have it in a 0.5, and I'm able to write incredibly small still. I would suggest getting the recommended lead with diamond tips if you have the tendency to break lead. I'v been on the same pack for 3 years and have only replaced the lead 2 times even with constant writing.

Uni-ball Signo UM-151

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003FXWGWE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_BdP2CbQBJ90ZE
This is my go to pen for everything. It's the most amazing thing and a total workhorse. Even though it's 0.38, I still find it easy to write tiny without any problems. You have to try to see why everybody loves and recommends them.

Zebra Sarasa Gel Pens

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NRB2LM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_hgP2CbN7S8HWD
I use these when I feel like making my notes more colorful. They are amazing although some people complain about the scratchiness on paper. I use a 下敷き or pencil board so I don't feel as much. Again, if you are a heavy handed writer, I suggest doing the same because those tips are quite sharp.

Copic Multiliners

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002UCUGSM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_cmP2CbG89ADE3
This is a bit of an expensive pen, but the main draw of these is that the nibs, and etc. are replaceable so they are eco friendly. The other selling point is the ink which does not bleed even when you use highlighters. The pens mentioned above will so you'll have to pre-highlight or underline. With this pen, you can just write and then highlight without worrying about smudging. I have the 0.5,0.3,and 0.1 because I use these for inking so choose the size you feel most comfortable with.

Zebra Mildliners

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072QXQHFC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7iP2Cb1BBQY0C
I know you didn't ask about highlighters, but if you're going down this rabbit hole, I might as well take you all the way. These are my favorite highlighters as they're so very soothing to the eye. I always feel that they add an extra level of class and sophistication, not to mention whimsy, to even the most basic lecture notes.

I hope this was helpful. I have more suggestions for writing supplies, but I'll comment again if you want to hear about those. I will warn you that they are pricey although I can't imagine my life without. Good luck and cheers!

In the midst of my final year at university and thought I'd share my essentials. A lot of these pieces are essentials from this sub - which I give many thanks to!

From left to right:

• Macbook Pro

• Staedtler Highlighter

• AmazonBasics Gold iPhone Cable

• A Little History of Economics by Niall Kishtainy

• Warby Parker Glasses

• Casio World Time AE1200WH-1A

• Saddleback Leather Co. Card Holder

• Alcohol Swab - Essential

• Victorinox Pioneer X

• Mac Charger

• iPhone 6 w/ Mophie Charging Case

Gotta say as a Comp Sci major all I ever really needed was a laptop and possibly a book. I carry a mechanical pencil and a notebook for those note that can't be done easily in google docs but that tends to mostly be math related.

Gotta admit love the Sharpie Accent Liquid Highlighters but thats generally for studying anything I print out. Smoooooth.

Everyone learns differently. I find typing my notes is easier and I remember more because i can inject thoughts right on top of my notes. Some people need to have written notes they can scribble all over. Do whatever works best for you but don't for accessory-happy when paying attention, talking to your professors, actually doing the homework, and studying will be way more helpful.

Biggest pro-tip I have for new students is talking to your professors. Ask questions. Ask for clarification. Meeting them in their office hours.

This

These would be perfect. :)

I started all my new classes today and my English teacher sweats I will fail without highlighters. Hahahah!

It's too quiet in here! X

Thanks for the contest x

Highlighters $2.77! Thanks!

Sharpie highlighters and Le Pen pens are my everything. I'm realizing now that I hate myself for having a favorite highlighter and pen brand...

I have this issue and I was a literature and writing major.

Are you in a 4 year school or in a community college?

You need highlighters of many colors. I would get something like this. You won't be messing with a ton of highlighters. You have 1.

Go through your questions. Say you are reading about Dante and they ask, "Of which Florentine political party was Farinata a leader?" The important parts of that question are "political party" and "Farinata". Highlight those in a color.

Go through your other questions and highlight pertinent information. Just the keywords. At the top of the text write down 1. political party Farinata. 2. xxxxx etc

To answer it, you just need to scan. Don't worry about reading for the test. Just scan the entire article starting at the beginning for Farinata. Prof's usually write tests in the order found in the text.

For my reading. I would use Cornell Notes. For nonfiction it was easy. Every chapter was a sheet. Every section was a bold section. I'd pick 2 or 3 points from each section and write it down. When I was done, I'd write a summary and some key questions. I'd approach it section by section. I wouldn't approach it as a whole chapter because it overwhelmed me too much. For fiction, I'd first go online and find a summary of each chapter so it was broken down for me. I would then do the Cornell Notes again. I would write down the characters in the book and write down major things they did. Then I would write down major plot changes, any literary devices, etc. I would then write down important questions and summary. (When I had my Shakespeare class, I watched the old school BBC version and then read the play so I could actually understand what the hell what was going on.) But remember, reading a summary of a text online, is not a substitution for reading the actual text.

When it came time for tests, I'd copy my notes. I'd put all the summaries in order on one page. I'd write out all the questions to go over.

I know this seems like a lot. Trust me. This system took me a lot of time. I was able to cut it down a lot as time went on with my version of shorthand. I sometimes had 200-300 pages of reading a week. I did have accommodations to have audio books, but it didn't help. I found that I worked better if I listened to music and either sat in a coffee house or in the library at school.

I had accommodations in college. I had time and a half for tests. Which helped a lot. I also got to type all my essays instead of handwriting them.

It might not be what you looking for, but do you know about the Pelikan M205? It's a fountain pen that is kinda a mix between a fountain pen and a text marker. Of course the nib (BB) isn't as broad as your classic text marker but you can underline text with it.
I've got one myself and i am very pleased with it.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pelikan-Classic-205-BB-Fountain-yellow/dp/B003X0F4FU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1478800816&sr=8-3&keywords=pelikan+m205

How about some mini pill-shaped highlighters? You know, for important reasons.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NA7EUJ2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_m2WACbB25Q8RT

1. Highlighters are always a good way to wake up your eyes and keep the important things standing out :)
   
   
2. This looks like a good source for tips, and I personally recommend the first one (studying before bed) since sleep helps solidify your memories.
   
   
3. A desk organizer is always a very handy thing.
   
   
4. I don't know if you're into self-help books but this one has great reviews. A tip from me though is to drink water. I mean it! The more hydrated you are the better you will feel!
   
   
5. THIS

A good set of pens is really fun for creative types. Pentel SignPens (either these or these) are fantastic. Sakura and Stabilo make great ones as well. I like previously offered highlighter ideas and love my new see-through ones that I linked there. Also what about a set of sketch pencils?

What about some paracord and accessories for making guinea pig leashes? There are tons of sites that tell how to make them, she might be into it.

I also just recently got a little more into makeup and found an AMAZING set of cheap makeup brushes as a starter set - These and I'm actually getting them for my 18 yo niece for Christmas.

Best of luck!

Gel Highlighters. They’ve been a thing for a while.

here love i bought mine from amazon, probs be cheaper than any store that you can find them at. they have all the packs. i paid the $8 one!

Zebra Highlighter Mildliner Brush... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PRKZVJC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share