bear-notes

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

1|Updated May 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brikkoAI/brikko-studio --skill bear-notes-brikkoai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bear-notes
Source: https://github.com/brikkoAI/brikko-studio/tree/main/packages/core/skills/bear-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brikkoAI/brikko-studio --skill bear-notes-brikkoai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manually creating, searching, and updating Bear notes is tedious, especially for users who prefer command-line workflows or need to automate repetitive note management tasks without switching between apps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CLI-powered note operations: Create new notes, append content to existing notes, list all tags, and search notes by tag directly from the terminal.
  • macOS ecosystem integration: Works natively with the Bear app on macOS, leveraging its built-in x-callback-url API for seamless interaction.
  • Use case: For power users who store meeting notes, task lists, and research snippets in Bear, use this skill to automate bulk note creation or sync tagged content across shell scripts and other tools.

Quick Start

Use the bear-notes skill to create a new note titled "Q4 Roadmap" tagged with "work" containing the text "Finalize feature priorities and assign owners by end of week".

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 manage Bear notes from the command line?

Automating Bear notes via the command line uses the grizzly CLI to send instructions to the Bear app. This allows you to create notes, append content, and search by tag without leaving your terminal workflow on macOS.

Can I create and search Bear notes using a terminal?

Yes, the grizzly CLI allows you to create and search Bear notes via terminal. You can create new notes, append content to existing ones, and search notes by tag directly from your macOS command line.

What do I need to automate Bear app workflows via CLI?

Automating Bear app workflows via CLI requires the Bear app running on macOS, a valid Bear API token for write operations, and the grizzly CLI pre-installed. These enable seamless command execution for note management.

Does the Bear notes automation skill work with macOS x-callback-url API?

Yes, the Bear notes automation skill leverages the Bear app's built-in x-callback-url API on macOS. This enables the grizzly CLI to execute note creation, retrieval, and management commands seamlessly.

What is the best way to automate bulk note creation in Bear?

Using the grizzly CLI is the best way to automate bulk note creation in Bear. It enables power users to automate bulk note creation and sync tagged content across shell scripts, eliminating tedious manual app interaction.

Why does Bear notes CLI automation require the app to be running?

Bear notes CLI automation requires the app to be running because the grizzly CLI communicates via the Bear app's x-callback-url API. The active app processes the write and metadata operations initiated from the command line.