What is the Apple Notes MCP Server? It is a Model Context Protocol server. It enables interaction with Apple Notes using natural language. With AI assistance, you can effortlessly create, search for, and retrieve notes.
How do you use it? First, clone its repository and install the dependencies. Then, build the project and start the server. Finally, configure your AI assistant, like Claude, to connect to this server. Once set up, you can perform all note operations.
The server's key features include: Create Notes to quickly make new notes with titles, content, and tags. Search Notes using its powerful search capabilities. Retrieve Content to access a note's full content by its title. It also features iCloud Integration, working directly with your iCloud Notes account.
Common use cases are: quick note-taking during meetings or brainstorming; searching for specific notes when information is needed; and retrieving the full content of notes for review.
Frequently asked questions: Can it be used on Windows? No, it requires macOS with the Apple Notes app configured. Is there a cost? No, it is free to use. What are the prerequisites? You need macOS, Node.js (version 20.0.0 or higher), and the Yarn package manager.