voice-memo-organizer

Transcribe Apple Voice Memos locally and build a searchable archive index.

36|3|Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cathrynlavery/voice-memo-organizer --skill voice-memo-organizer
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: voice-memo-organizer
Source: https://github.com/cathrynlavery/voice-memo-organizer/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cathrynlavery/voice-memo-organizer --skill voice-memo-organizer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Apple Voice Memos are often unnamed and hard to search across, making it difficult to find important recordings fast.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Finds hidden memos on macOS and extracts metadata from the local SQLite database.
  • Transcribes every recording locally using whisper.cpp with no API keys.
  • Summarizes transcripts with titles, themes, and key quotes, then builds a searchable master index.
  • Works well for bulk archiving, personal organization, and quick retrieval of memos.

Quick Start

Run the organizer on your Voice Memos to generate a searchable index with transcripts and summaries.

Frequently Asked Questions about voice-memo-organizer

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I transcribe Apple Voice Memos locally on macOS without uploading files?▼

To transcribe Apple Voice Memos locally, this Skill uses whisper.cpp to process recordings directly on macOS without API keys. It extracts metadata from the local SQLite database and batch-processes audio files entirely offline.

Can I batch transcribe hundreds of voice memos at once?▼

Yes, you can batch-process hundreds of voice memos simultaneously. The Skill handles bulk archiving by transcribing every recording locally and compiling them into a single searchable master index.

Do I need whisper.cpp installed to organize and transcribe my voice memos?▼

Yes, whisper.cpp is required to run this local transcription process. The Skill depends on whisper.cpp and a local macOS environment with access to Voice Memos data to generate transcripts.

How does local voice memo transcription build a searchable archive?▼

Local voice memo transcription builds a searchable archive by summarizing transcripts with titles, themes, and key quotes. It then compiles this extracted data into a master index for quick retrieval and personal organization.

What is the best way to search through old unnamed Apple Voice Memos?▼

The best way to search unnamed Apple Voice Memos is to batch-transcribe them locally using whisper.cpp. This Skill generates titles, themes, and a searchable index, making previously hidden recordings easy to find.

Does this voice memo organizer work on Windows or only on macOS?▼

This voice memo organizer only works on macOS. It requires a local macOS environment to access the Voice Memos SQLite database and relies on whisper.cpp for local processing, making it incompatible with Windows.