apple-notes

Automates Apple Notes creation, viewing, editing, deletion, search, moving, and export via the memo CLI on macOS.

25|2|Updated Nov 28, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/xichan96/cortex --skill apple-notes-xichan96
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apple-notes
Source: https://github.com/xichan96/cortex/tree/main/examples/agent-skills/skills/apple-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xichan96/cortex --skill apple-notes-xichan96

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manage Apple Notes from the terminal by leveraging the memo CLI on macOS to create, view, edit, delete, search, move, and export notes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create notes from the terminal
  • View and edit existing notes
  • Search, move notes between folders, and export notes to HTML/Markdown
  • macOS-only; requires Apple Notes.app access and the memo binary

Quick Start

Ask the AI to create a new note titled 'Project Update' and save it to the default Notes folder using memo.

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?

Apple Notes terminal management lets you create, view, edit, delete, and search notes via the memo CLI on macOS. It requires the memo binary and native Apple Notes.app access to operate.

Can I export macOS notes to Markdown or HTML via command line?

Exporting macOS notes to HTML or Markdown is supported via the memo CLI. It converts existing notes from the terminal into these formats for external use.

Does the memo CLI work on Windows or Linux?

No, the memo CLI is macOS-only. It relies on native Apple Notes.app integration and macOS system permissions to automate note management tasks from the terminal.

How do I move notes between folders in Apple Notes from the terminal?

Moving notes between folders is handled by the memo CLI. It reorganizes existing notes into different directories within the Apple Notes structure directly from the terminal.

Do I need to grant permissions for the memo binary to access Apple Notes?

Yes, the memo binary requires macOS permission grants. The CLI triggers system permission prompts to authorize access and modification of Apple Notes data.

What is the best way to automate note creation on macOS?

Automating note creation on macOS is best handled by the memo CLI. It scripts the generation of new notes with specific titles, saving them directly to designated folders.