MinkNote
Native macOS Markdown note-taking app with local saving by default and keyboard-first operation
About MinkNote
MinkNote is a native macOS note-taking app built around Markdown and local files, with privacy as the default. It supports keyboard-first switching between logs, notes, and the editor, and saves notes as ordinary files that can be opened in other editors. The app works without an internet connection, and users choose the folder themselves in Open Panel. macOS Sequoia 15 or later is required, with compatibility for Intel and Apple silicon Mac.
Best for
Best use cases
Keeping a journal
Editing local notes
Quickly switching notes with the keyboard
Organizing notes offline
Features
Markdown ordinary files
Notes are saved as ordinary files that can be opened with other editors.
Keyboard-first operation
Quickly switch between logs, notes, and the editor.
Local-first and offline use
Works without an internet connection, with note files stored on the Mac.
Choose-your-own-folder access
Users can choose a folder in Open Panel, and the app can read and write to the selected location.
Pros
- Uses ordinary files to avoid proprietary formats and database lock-in
- Local-first by default, with note files stored on the Mac
- Works without an internet connection
- Supports Intel and Apple silicon Mac
Cons
- Requires macOS Sequoia 15 or later