Sketchnotes for Thinking Things Through

Before I bought a new 13" MacBookPro with 4 USB C ports to replace my MacBook Air, and wasn’t sure what cables I might need. I spent time researching cables and adapters, but that didn’t help me see what I really needed to make my new MacBook system work.
Instead of buying items I wouldn't use, I used sketchnotes to see what my work environment would look like to help plan my purchases.
I grabbed my Studio Neat Panobook and a bold Neuland Outliner, and laid out the future work area as a loose sketchnote.
Once I saw the sketchnote, I knew which cables and adapters I'd need, and ordered them.
Sketchnotes are a tool to help you see your way through problems, no matter how small or rough your sketches are.