apple-notes

Manage Apple Notes via MCP with creation, search, and folder moves.

2|1|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fredchu/claude-dotfiles --skill apple-notes-fredchu
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apple-notes
Source: https://github.com/fredchu/claude-dotfiles/tree/main/skills/apple-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fredchu/claude-dotfiles --skill apple-notes-fredchu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the management of Apple Notes, allowing for creation, updating, searching, and organization of notes directly through an AI interface, integrating seamlessly with your Apple ecosystem.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Note Management: Create, update, delete, and move notes within Apple Notes.
  • Search & Retrieval: Efficiently search notes by keywords and access their content.
  • Folder Organization: Organize notes into specific folders, including a dedicated "Claude 工作區".
  • Checklist Handling: Read and manage checklist states within notes.
  • Use Case: Quickly save meeting minutes to your "Claude 工作區" folder, search for past project notes, or update a to-do list within a note.

Quick Start

Use the apple-notes skill to create a new note titled "Meeting Summary" with the content "Discussed project milestones and next steps." and save it to the "Claude 工作區" folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about apple-notes

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Apple Notes through an AI interface?

You can manage Apple Notes through an AI interface by using the MCP server tool to create, update, search, and organize notes directly, integrating seamlessly with your local Apple ecosystem.

Can I create and organize notes into specific folders via MCP?

Yes, you can create notes and organize them into specific folders via MCP, including moving notes into a dedicated workspace folder for structured note organization.

Does the Apple Notes MCP tool support HTML formatting for note bodies?

Yes, the Apple Notes MCP tool supports HTML formatting for note bodies, allowing you to structure content updates with rich text when creating or modifying notes.

How do I retrieve checklist states in Apple Notes when Full Disk Access is unavailable?

To retrieve checklist states when Full Disk Access is unavailable, the tool integrates with local Python scripts for advanced checklist parsing, ensuring you can still read and manage checklist items.

What is the best way to search past project notes in Apple Notes using AI?

The best way to search past project notes using AI is via the MCP tool, which enables efficient keyword search and content retrieval directly from your local Apple Notes database.

Are there limitations when moving notes between folders in Apple Notes via MCP?

The MCP tool handles moving notes between folders effectively, but advanced checklist state retrieval may require local Python script integration if Full Disk Access permissions are not granted.