apple-notes

Manage Apple Notes from the terminal using the memo CLI on macOS.

Updated Jul 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/CHENHUI-X/toolbox --skill apple-notes-chenhui-x
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apple-notes
Source: https://github.com/CHENHUI-X/toolbox/tree/main/official-skills/apple/apple-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CHENHUI-X/toolbox --skill apple-notes-chenhui-x

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? It lets you create, search, edit, move, and export Apple Notes directly from the terminal, keeping notes synced across iPhone, iPad, and Mac via iCloud without opening Notes.app. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Note Management: Create, view, search, edit, delete, and move notes between folders using the memo CLI. - Fuzzy Search: Find notes quickly with memo notes -s "query" across all folders. - Export: Export notes to HTML or Markdown for archiving or migration. - Use Case: Capture a meeting takeaway from the terminal with memo notes -a -f "Work" and have it appear on your iPhone moments later via iCloud sync. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to create a new Apple Note in a specific folder containing the text you provide.

Frequently Asked Questions about apple-notes

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I create an Apple Note from the command line?

Run memo notes -a to open your configured $EDITOR and compose a note, optionally adding -f "Folder Name" to target a specific folder. The -a flag is bare and does not accept a title argument.

How do I search Apple Notes from the terminal?

Use memo notes -s "query" to perform a fuzzy search across all your notes. You can also list notes in a specific folder with memo notes -f "Folder Name".

Does the memo CLI work on Linux or Windows?

No, memo is macOS only because it automates Apple Notes.app, which exists only on macOS. It also requires granting Automation access to Notes.app in System Settings under Privacy.

What are the limitations of editing Apple Notes via memo?

Memo cannot edit notes containing images or attachments. Interactive prompts for editing, deleting, or moving notes require terminal access, so use pty=true when running through an agent.

When should I use Apple Notes instead of Obsidian for note-taking?

Use Apple Notes when you want automatic cross-device sync to iPhone and iPad via iCloud. Use the obsidian skill instead for Markdown-native knowledge management in a local vault.