bear-notes

Create, search, and manage Bear notes via the grizzly CLI.

Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/balaraj74/F.R.I.D.A.Y --skill bear-notes-balaraj74
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bear-notes
Source: https://github.com/balaraj74/F.R.I.D.A.Y/tree/main/skills/bear-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/balaraj74/F.R.I.D.A.Y --skill bear-notes-balaraj74

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of creating, searching, and managing notes within the Bear app, eliminating the need for manual interaction with the application for these tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Note Creation: Quickly create new notes with specified titles and tags.
  • Note Retrieval: Open and read existing notes by their unique ID.
  • Tag Management: List all available tags within Bear.
  • Note Searching: Search for notes associated with specific tags.
  • Use Case: You can ask F.R.I.D.A.Y to create a new note titled "Meeting Minutes" with the tag "work" and then later ask it to find all notes tagged "inbox".

Quick Start

Create a new note with the title "My First Bear Note" and tag it "testing".

Frequently Asked Questions about bear-notes

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

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How do I create and manage Bear notes from the command line on macOS?

You can create and manage Bear notes from the command line on macOS using the grizzly CLI tool to execute operations like note creation, searching, opening notes by ID, and listing tags. It requires the Bear app to be running.

What do I need to use grizzly CLI for Bear note automation?

To use grizzly CLI for Bear note automation, you need the Bear application running on macOS, and optionally an API token for certain operations. This setup enables you to create notes with titles and tags or search notes by tag.

Can I search for Bear notes by tag using a CLI?

Yes, you can search for Bear notes by tag using the grizzly CLI. The Skill allows you to find all notes associated with specific tags and also supports listing all available tags currently within your Bear application.

How do I create a new Bear note with specific tags via the terminal?

To create a new Bear note via the terminal, use the grizzly CLI to specify the note title and assign tags during creation. This eliminates manual interaction with the Bear app for routine note-taking tasks.

Does Bear CLI automation work without an API token?

Bear CLI automation works for basic operations without an API token, but an API token is optionally required for certain specific operations. The Bear app must always be running on macOS to process the grizzly CLI commands.