note-find

Search zettelkasten notes by keyword, tag, date, or type.

Updated Jan 5, 2021
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sauvala/dotfiles --skill note-find
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: note-find
Source: https://github.com/sauvala/dotfiles/tree/main/common/.claude/skills/note-find
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sauvala/dotfiles --skill note-find

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Searching for notes in a large zettelkasten can be time-consuming. This Skill simplifies the process, enabling you to quickly find notes by keyword, tag, date, or type.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Flexible Search: Search by keyword, tag, date, or type.
  • Concise Results: Display notes with title, date, and tags for quick identification.
  • Direct Access: Retrieve specific notes or view related notes with a single command.
  • Use Case: Quickly locate meeting notes from last month by searching for a specific tag.

Quick Start

Search for all notes related to "projectx" with the command: 'notes search "projectx"'

Frequently Asked Questions about note-find

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for notes in a zettelkasten by keyword or tag?

To search notes in a zettelkasten, use the command 'notes search "keyword"' to filter your knowledge base by keyword, tag, date, or type. This returns concise results displaying the title, date, and tags for quick identification.

What's the best way to retrieve specific notes from a large zettelkasten?

Retrieving specific notes from a large zettelkasten is done by applying filters for keyword, tag, date, or type. This targeted search approach reduces time spent manually browsing and directly surfaces the matching notes.

Do I need the notes CLI to filter and locate my zettelkasten notes?

Yes, you need the notes CLI installed to process search queries and locate your zettelkasten notes. The Skill relies on this command-line interface to execute the filtering operations and retrieve the requested notes.

Can I filter zettelkasten notes by date to find entries from a specific time period?

Yes, you can filter zettelkasten notes by date to find entries from a specific time period. The search functionality supports date-based filtering alongside keyword, tag, and type parameters to narrow down your results.

How does note organization work when retrieving related notes?

Note organization during retrieval works by allowing you to view related notes with a single command after an initial search. This helps you navigate connected concepts within your zettelkasten without running entirely new queries.

What information is displayed in the zettelkasten search results?

Zettelkasten search results display the note title, date, and tags. This concise format is designed for quick identification so you can determine if you found the correct note before opening it.