apple-notes

Create, search, edit, and export Apple Notes via the memo CLI on macOS.

Updated Jun 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/xu1713/openhorse --skill apple-notes-xu1713
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apple-notes
Source: https://github.com/xu1713/openhorse/tree/main/openhorse/openhorse/skills/apple/apple-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xu1713/openhorse --skill apple-notes-xu1713

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Managing Apple Notes from the terminal is not natively supported, forcing users to switch to the GUI for simple note operations. This Skill lets you create, search, edit, move, and export Apple Notes directly from the command line using the memo CLI, with notes syncing across all Apple devices via iCloud. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Note Management: Create, view, search, edit, delete, and move notes between folders using memo commands. - Fuzzy Search: Find notes quickly with memo notes -s "query" across your entire Notes library. - Export: Export notes to HTML or Markdown for backup or migration. - Use Case: A user asks to save meeting takeaways to Apple Notes so they appear on their iPhone; the agent runs memo notes -a "Meeting Takeaways" and the note syncs via iCloud automatically. ## Quick Start Ask the agent to create a new Apple Note titled "Shopping List" using the memo CLI.

Frequently Asked Questions about apple-notes

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create an Apple Note from the command line?

Use the memo CLI with `memo notes -a "Note Title"` to quickly create a note, or run `memo notes -a` for an interactive editor. The note syncs to all Apple devices through iCloud.

How do I search Apple Notes from the terminal?

Run `memo notes -s "query"` to perform a fuzzy search across all your Apple Notes. You can also filter by folder using `memo notes -f "Folder Name"`.

Does the memo CLI work on Linux or Windows?

No, memo is macOS only because it depends on Apple Notes.app. You also need to grant Automation access to Notes.app in System Settings under Privacy and Security.

When should I use Apple Notes instead of Obsidian?

Use Apple Notes when you want automatic cross-device sync to iPhone and iPad via iCloud. Use the obsidian skill instead for Markdown-native knowledge management and local vault workflows.

What are the limitations of editing Apple Notes via memo?

Memo cannot edit notes containing images or attachments. Interactive prompts also require terminal access, so you may need pty mode when running through an agent.