apple-notes

Manage Apple Notes from the terminal with the memo CLI.

1|Updated May 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rickyananda/hermes-skills --skill apple-notes-rickyananda
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: apple-notes
Source: https://github.com/rickyananda/hermes-skills/tree/main/apple/apple-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rickyananda/hermes-skills --skill apple-notes-rickyananda

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of opening Apple Notes manually whenever you need to capture, find, update, move, or export notes, while keeping everything synced through iCloud across your Apple devices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create and capture notes: Add new notes quickly from the terminal, including interactive creation or title-based quick adds.
  • Search and browse notes: List notes, filter by folder, and search content with fuzzy matching when you need to retrieve information fast.
  • Edit, move, and export notes: Update existing notes, reorganize them into folders, and export content to Markdown or HTML for reuse elsewhere.
  • Best fit example: Use it when you want a meeting note saved on your Mac to immediately appear on your iPhone and iPad without manual copying.

Quick Start

Ask me to create, search, edit, move, or export an Apple Note using memo for your chosen note title or query.

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 from the terminal?

You can manage Apple Notes from the terminal by using the memo CLI to create, search, edit, move, and export notes directly. This requires macOS, the Notes.app, and Automation access to execute reliable terminal-based operations.

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

Yes, you can export Apple Notes to Markdown or HTML from the command line. The Skill uses the memo CLI to convert and export your selected notes, allowing you to reuse the content in other applications while keeping the original synced via iCloud.

Do I need macOS to search and edit Apple Notes via the command line?

Yes, you need macOS to search and edit Apple Notes via the command line. The Skill relies on the native Notes.app, the memo CLI, and Automation access to perform reliable terminal-based operations on your Mac.

How do I create and sync notes across Apple devices from macOS?

You create and sync notes across Apple devices from macOS by adding new notes through the terminal using the memo CLI. Once created, the notes automatically sync through iCloud to your iPhone and iPad without manual copying.

What is the best way to search Apple Notes content with fuzzy matching?

The best way to search Apple Notes content with fuzzy matching is using the memo CLI through this terminal Skill. It allows you to list notes, filter by folder, and retrieve information fast by searching content directly from the command line.

Why does terminal-based Apple Notes management require Automation access?

Terminal-based Apple Notes management requires Automation access so the memo CLI can securely interact with the native Notes.app. Granting this permission ensures reliable execution of note creation, editing, and folder organization tasks.