BlockNotes – Smart clipboard and context-aware text expander

Summary: BlockNotes is a local, offline clipboard and text expander that inserts saved snippets anywhere by typing /. It supports templates with placeholders, organization via tags and search, and optional AI features using a user-provided API key.

What it does

BlockNotes lets users insert saved snippets in any text field by typing /. Templates can include placeholders like {{name}} that fill in on insert. It organizes notes with color tags, favorites, drag-and-drop, and search, and offers optional AI functions for generating and rewriting templates.

Who it's for

It is designed for users who frequently reuse text such as emails, job applications, or prompts and want a local, offline snippet manager without accounts or servers.

Why it matters

BlockNotes eliminates repetitive typing by enabling quick insertion of customizable snippets directly within any text field while keeping all data private and offline.