notes

Create and organize denote/org-mode notes with timestamped filenames and tags.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vdemeester/home --skill notes-vdemeester
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: notes
Source: https://github.com/vdemeester/home/tree/main/dots/.config/claude/skills/Notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vdemeester/home --skill notes-vdemeester

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you create, organize, and manage notes using denote format and org-mode, enabling consistent naming, easy retrieval, and structured knowledge capture.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Describe and organize notes using denote's standardized filename conventions and org-mode metadata.
  • Group notes by tags, dates, and categories for efficient knowledge management.
  • Templates and workflows to capture learnings, meeting notes, and reference material.

Quick Start

Example: organize a meeting note titled "Planning session" in the notes folder using denote/org-mode. Example: org-manager denote-create "Planning session" "planning,meeting" --directory=~/desktop/org/notes

Frequently Asked Questions about notes

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create notes with consistent naming in denote and org-mode?▼

Denote uses timestamped filenames (YYYYMMDDTHHMMSS format) with optional signatures to standardize note naming. This Skill automates note creation with denote conventions and org-mode metadata, ensuring every note follows the same structure for easy retrieval and organization.

What's the best way to organize notes by tags and categories?▼

This Skill groups notes by tags, dates, and categories within denote and org-mode, enabling efficient knowledge management. You assign tags during note creation, and the Skill structures files and metadata so related notes are discoverable together.

Can I automate batch note creation with denote and org-mode?▼

Yes. This Skill supports batch creation via org-manager, letting you generate multiple denote/org-mode notes at once with standardized naming, headers, and tags. Manual creation guidance is also provided for individual notes.

Do I need prior knowledge of denote format to use org-mode notes?▼

No prerequisite knowledge is required. This Skill handles denote formatting and org-mode header metadata automatically, so you focus on note content while the Skill enforces standardized file structure and naming conventions.

How do I capture meeting notes and learnings in a structured way?▼

This Skill provides templates and workflows for capturing meeting notes and reference material using denote and org-mode. You supply the title and tags, and the Skill creates a properly formatted file with metadata ready for your content.

What file structure and naming pattern does denote use?▼

Denote uses a YYYYMMDDTHHMMSS timestamp prefix with optional signature and title, stored as org-mode files. This Skill automates applying that pattern and creating org-mode headers and metadata so your notes are instantly organized and retrievable by date, signature, and tag.