use-outline-cli

Search, read, and manage Outline wiki content via CLI.

Updated Mar 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/skaile-ai/ai-assets --skill use-outline-cli
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: use-outline-cli
Source: https://github.com/skaile-ai/ai-assets/tree/main/use/skills/use-outline-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/skaile-ai/ai-assets --skill use-outline-cli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Outline wiki content is scattered across instances and manual workflows slow collaboration. This skill provides a CLI-driven workflow to search, read, list, create, update, and export wiki content from Outline.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search across documents and collections to locate relevant wiki pages quickly.
  • Read and export document content by URL ID, with optional raw Markdown output.
  • Create, update, and publish documents within collections to streamline collaboration.

Quick Start

Install the Outline CLI, authenticate, and start managing wiki content from the command line.

Frequently Asked Questions about use-outline-cli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search and read Outline wiki documents from the command line?

You can search and read Outline wiki documents by using a CLI to query documents and collections, then retrieving specific content by URL ID with optional raw Markdown output for direct terminal viewing.

Can I use a CLI to create and update documents in a self-hosted Outline instance?

Yes, you can create, update, and publish documents in self-hosted Outline instances by configuring the CLI with your base URL and API token to manage collections directly.

Do I need an API token to manage Outline wiki content via CLI?

Yes, managing Outline wiki content requires an active API token for authentication, and self-hosted deployments also need a configured base URL to establish a valid connection.

What is the best way to export wiki pages from Outline into Markdown?

The best way to export wiki pages into Markdown is by using the CLI to read documents by their URL ID, specifying the raw Markdown output option to retrieve the formatted text.

How does CLI-based document management differ from manual Outline workflows?

CLI-based document management replaces scattered manual workflows by providing a unified interface to search, read, list, create, update, and export Outline wiki content directly from the terminal.