Jrnl - Command Line Journaling Tool

Jrnl is a command-line journaling tool that allows you to quickly record entries and manage your personal notes. Learn how to use its commands for adding, listing, and exporting your journal entries.

Jrnl

Getting Started with Jrnl

Jrnl is a powerful yet simple command-line tool designed for personal journaling. It allows you to quickly capture thoughts, ideas, and daily events directly from your terminal. By integrating with your preferred text editor, Jrnl ensures a seamless writing experience.

Core Jrnl Commands

Here are some fundamental commands to get you started with Jrnl:

# To add an entry to your default jrnl using your configured text editor:
jrnl

# To add a specific entry directly from the command line:
jrnl <entry>

# To view a list of all available tags in your journal:
jrnl --tags

# To retrieve all journal entries associated with a specific tag:
jrnl @tag

# To export your entire journal in JSON format:
jrnl --export json

# To filter entries within a specific date range:
jrnl -from 2009 -until may

Configuring Your Text Editor

You can configure Jrnl to use your preferred text editor for writing entries. This is particularly useful for leveraging advanced features of editors like Sublime Text.

# Example configuration for Sublime Text on Windows:
"editor": "F:\\Powerpack\\Sublime\\sublime_text.exe -w"

# Example configuration for Sublime Text on Linux:
"editor": "/usr/bin/sublime -w"

Advanced Usage and Exporting

Jrnl offers flexibility in how you manage and access your journal data. Exporting to JSON is a common practice for backup or further processing.

For more detailed information on Jrnl's capabilities, you can refer to its official documentation or community resources.

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