To help you save time when you take notes, you should use ___(1)___, which are pictures or shapes used to represent some words. A short form of a word or an ___(2)__ is another useful tool that helps you take notes more quickly. For example, ‘___(3)____’ can be used for ‘between’. Moreover, you can use an ___(4)___ or an abbreviation that is pronounced as a word such as LASER or AIDS in your notes. However, whatever tools you use, it is important that your notes are ____(5)____ and clear.