apple-notes

Manage Apple Notes via the memo CLI on macOS.

87|20|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/openaeon/OpenAEON --skill apple-notes-openaeon
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apple-notes
Source: https://github.com/openaeon/OpenAEON/tree/main/skills/apple-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/openaeon/OpenAEON --skill apple-notes-openaeon

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires memo.

What problem does it solve?

Apple Notes typically requires manual interaction inside the Notes app, which slows down capturing ideas, searching, and organizing across folders when you are working in the terminal.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create and edit notes from the CLI: Add new notes quickly or edit existing ones using the memo command-line interface.
  • Search and manage notes efficiently: List notes, filter by folder, and fuzzy-search note content without switching contexts.
  • Organize and export notes: Move notes between folders and export selected notes to HTML/Markdown for sharing or archival.

Quick Start

Ask OpenAEON to add a note titled "Project kickoff" using the Apple Notes skill, then follow the prompts to enter the content.

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 manage Apple Notes from the terminal?

You can manage Apple Notes from the terminal by using the `memo` CLI to create, view, edit, delete, and search notes without opening the Notes app. This enables terminal-driven note capture and folder organization on macOS.

Can I export Apple Notes to Markdown or HTML via command line?

Yes, you can export Apple Notes to Markdown or HTML via command line. The `memo` CLI allows you to export selected notes for downstream use, sharing, or archival directly from your macOS terminal environment.

How do I search and filter Apple Notes by folder using CLI?

To search and filter Apple Notes using CLI, you can list notes, filter by folder, and fuzzy-search note content with the `memo` executable. This allows rapid retrieval by query without switching contexts from your terminal.

Does the Apple Notes terminal CLI work on Windows or Linux?

No, the Apple Notes terminal CLI requires a macOS environment with Apple Notes accessibility and the `memo` executable installed. It relies on macOS-specific APIs to manage notes and does not support Windows or Linux environments.

What is the best way to capture ideas in Apple Notes without leaving the terminal?

The best way to capture ideas in Apple Notes without leaving the terminal is using the `memo` command-line interface. You can add new notes quickly or edit existing ones directly, streamlining organization and rapid capture while working in macOS.

Do I need to install any dependencies to use the command line for Apple Notes?

Yes, you need to install the `memo` executable as a dependency. The skill leverages `memo` to execute terminal-driven note operations end-to-end, requiring macOS with Apple Notes accessibility configured for the CLI to function properly.