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apple-notes

Manage Apple Notes from the terminal with the memo CLI.

Updated May 14, 2026
Search Tags:#macos#note management#apple notes#icloud sync#markdown export#memo cli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SethyPagna/Secretary-Jarvis --skill apple-notes-sethypagna
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apple-notes
Source: https://github.com/SethyPagna/Secretary-Jarvis/tree/main/src/capabilities/skills/apple/apple-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SethyPagna/Secretary-Jarvis --skill apple-notes-sethypagna

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of opening Apple Notes manually when you need to create, find, edit, move, or export notes from the terminal, while keeping content synced through iCloud across Apple devices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search and browse notes: list notes, filter by folder, or fuzzy-search content quickly.
  • Create and edit notes: add new notes, open interactive editors, move notes between folders, and delete unwanted entries.
  • Export for reuse: convert notes to Markdown or HTML for sharing, migration, or backup.
  • Use case: Capture meeting notes on a Mac, then search and reorganize them later without touching the Notes app.

Quick Start

Ask to use the apple-notes skill to create a new Apple Note titled "Project Ideas" with a short summary and place it in the correct 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 from the terminal on macOS?▼

You can manage Apple Notes from the terminal by creating, searching, editing, moving, and exporting notes using the memo CLI, which requires macOS Automation permission and Apple Notes.app to function.

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 for sharing, migration, or backup purposes. This functionality allows you to convert note content directly through terminal commands.

Do I need macOS Automation permission to search and create notes via the CLI?▼

Yes, macOS Automation permission is required for interactive note operations. You also need the memo CLI and Apple Notes.app installed on your macOS system to execute search and creation commands.

How do I search and filter iCloud-synced notes without opening the Notes app?▼

You can search and filter iCloud-synced notes by listing notes, filtering by folder, or fuzzy-searching content directly from the terminal. This keeps content synced across Apple devices without opening the Notes app.

What is the best way to capture and reorganize meeting notes on a Mac from the terminal?▼

The best way to capture and reorganize meeting notes from the terminal is using memo CLI commands to add new notes, move them between folders, and edit entries. This relies on macOS Automation to manage iCloud-synced content.

What are the limitations of using the terminal for Apple Note management?▼

Limitations include the strict requirement for macOS, Apple Notes.app, the memo CLI, and granted macOS Automation permissions. It cannot operate without these dependencies or function on non-Apple platforms.

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