I use these in my work exclusively. It is easy to tear out the sheets so I can either file them or keep the pad empty and ready to go. I like the varied colors of the sturdy cover and the weight of the paper which seems to be a bit better than a bargain store. Watch that you don't mistakenly buy the smaller size 8x10.5 WIDE ruled if you're in the market for these 8.5x11 COLLEGE ruled.