nb-notebook-manager

Search, retrieve, and manage nb notes and bookmarks across local notebooks.

26|7|Updated Jun 9, 2012
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/benswift/.dotfiles --skill nb-notebook-manager
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: nb-notebook-manager
Source: https://github.com/benswift/.dotfiles/tree/main/claude/skills/nb-notebook-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/benswift/.dotfiles --skill nb-notebook-manager

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

nb notebooks hold notes and bookmarks; this skill helps search, retrieve, and manage them efficiently, reducing time spent locating content across notebooks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search by id, filename, or title across a notebook
  • List, view, and organize notebooks, folders, and tags
  • Create new notes and bookmarks and move items between notebooks
  • Guidance on safe reading and editing with standard tools

Quick Start

Use nb search to locate notes by title or content and open them for reading.

Frequently Asked Questions about nb-notebook-manager

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search and retrieve notes and bookmarks across local nb notebooks?

To search and retrieve nb notes and bookmarks across local notebooks, use the nb search command to locate content by id, filename, or title, then open items for reading with nb show. This works directly with the ~/.nb data store and plain text note files.

What is the best way to organize and manage plain text notes in nb repositories?

Managing plain text notes in nb repositories involves using directory-based notebooks to list, view, and organize folders and tags. You can create new notes and bookmarks with nb add and move items between notebooks to maintain a structured knowledge base.

Can I use nb CLI commands to find specific content by filename or title?

Yes, you can use nb CLI commands to find specific content by filename or title. The nb search function scans local notebooks and the ~/.nb data store to retrieve matching plain text files and bookmarks efficiently.

Does the nb notebook manager require any special dependencies to search local notes?

No special dependencies are required to search local notes. The skill operates using the existing nb CLI workflow, relying solely on the standard ~/.nb data store and simple directory-based notebooks containing plain text note files.

How do I add and move bookmarks between different directory-based notebooks?

To add and move bookmarks between directory-based notebooks, use the nb add command to create new items and organize them within the ~/.nb data store. This allows you to structure your knowledge management workflow across multiple local repositories.

What are the limitations when editing plain text note files in nb repositories?

When editing plain text note files in nb repositories, limitations include ensuring safe reading and editing practices with standard tools. The system relies on simple directory-based notebooks, so complex formatting may not be supported by the nb CLI workflow.