applenotes-read

Search Apple Notes by title, content, or folder using sqlite3.

4|2|Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill applenotes-read
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: applenotes-read
Source: https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit/tree/main/assistant/.claude/skills/applenotes-read
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill applenotes-read

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Apple Notes are scattered across folders and it's hard to quickly locate a specific memo by title or content without exporting or manual scanning.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local search: Query the applenotes data model using sqlite3 to locate notes by title, content, or folder.
  • Browse results: Return results grouped by folder with basic metadata like title and created_at.
  • Use Case: When you have hundreds of notes, swiftly locate a memo by a keyword within a folder.

Quick Start

Find notes in your local applenotes data to locate a note by title or content.

Frequently Asked Questions about applenotes-read

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search Apple Notes by text content instead of manual scrolling?

The best way to search Apple Notes locally is using sqlite3 to query the applenotes data model directly. This approach retrieves notes by title, content, or folder without exporting, returning results grouped by folder with basic metadata.

Can I locate a specific note by keyword within a folder on my local database?

Yes, you can find notes by keyword within a folder by executing read-only sqlite3 queries on the local database. This enables precise text-search across your applenotes schema to quickly locate specific memos.

What do I need to access the local database for note management?

You need access to the local sqlite3 database containing the applenotes schema. The Skill requires this local data store environment to perform safe read-only querying and retrieve your note search results.

Does sqlite3 text-search work for finding notes across hundreds of entries?

Yes, sqlite3 text-search efficiently locates memos by keyword even when you have hundreds of notes. It queries the local applenotes data model to return matching notes grouped by folder with basic metadata.

Why does searching Apple Notes locally require a database query instead of a standard search?

Local note search requires a database query because notes are scattered across folders in a sqlite3 data store. Querying the applenotes schema directly enables fast, precise retrieval by title or content without exporting or manual scanning.