To configure the notes module, you need to access the Settings page by clicking the "Settings" tab on the menu bar. Once that page opens, find the Notes section and click on the "Settings" link. If you are logged in as an Admin, there will be a second link named "General settings".
The default sorting method for the notes overview list.
The default sorting order for the notes overview list.
How many notes to show in the Overview module as a maximum.