bear-notes

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

67|24|Updated Jan 31, 2026

Search Tags:#productivity #note taking #macos #bear notes #grizzly cli

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npx skills add https://github.com/openxjarvis/openclaw-python --skill bear-notes-openxjarvis

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Skill: bear-notes
Source: https://github.com/openxjarvis/openclaw-python/tree/main/skills/bear-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/openxjarvis/openclaw-python --skill bear-notes-openxjarvis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires github.com/tylerwince/grizzly/cmd/grizzly@latest, and includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

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

Core Features & Use Cases

Note Creation: Easily create new notes with titles and tags.
Note Retrieval: Search and open existing notes by ID or tag.
Content Appending: Add text to existing notes.
Use Case: Quickly jot down meeting minutes in Bear, tag them with 'project-x', and later retrieve them using a simple command.

Quick Start

Create a new note in Bear with the title "My Daily Log" and the tag "journal".

Frequently Asked Questions about bear-notes

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

FAQPage Schema

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

You can search and retrieve Bear notes via ID or tag using the grizzly CLI. This allows quick retrieval of specific notes without manual searching in the macOS Bear app.

Does managing Bear notes with grizzly require the app to be running?▼

Yes, managing Bear notes with grizzly requires the Bear app to be installed and running on macOS. An optional Bear app token is also needed for specific operations.

Can I append text to an existing Bear note using the terminal?▼

Yes, you can append text to an existing Bear note using the terminal. The grizzly CLI supports content appending to add new text directly to your previously created notes.

What is the best way to tag and organize Bear notes for projects?▼

The best way to tag and organize Bear notes is using the grizzly CLI to apply tags during note creation. You can later retrieve these notes by searching for the specific tag.

How does grizzly CLI interact with the Bear app database?▼

The grizzly CLI interacts with the Bear app by facilitating note creation, searching, and management. It requires the Bear app running on macOS and uses an optional token for operations.