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Jun 12, 2025 - 06:21 AM
Sticky notes were invented by Dr. Spencer Silver and Arthur Fry at 3M in the 1970s. Silver developed a low-tack adhesive that was initially considered a failure because it didn't have a strong bond, but Fry saw potential in its ability to stick temporarily. Fry used the adhesive to create bookmarks for his hymnal, leading to the development of sticky notes as a practical office product.
