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Additional theme options are coming to HelixNotes in the next release. What other themes would you like to see added in the future?

Hey All,

I'm hoping this thread is helpful for new users that want a convenient place to find answers to their questions. Here are some frequently asked questions from the past week or so. We will likely add more to this list in the future. Keep the questions coming everyone!

How does HelixNotes differ from Obsidian?

• HelixNotes is built on Rust/Tauri, it's fast, free, and open source. Additionally, features like Mermaid diagrams are natively supported, unlike with Obsidian's plugin-based approach. The primary aim is to provide effective note-taking without compromising on simplicity.

My online virus scanner flags HelixNotes as possibly malicious. Why should I trust it?

• False positives in app bundles are a common issue, and reputable scanners may even flag something like 7zip as malicious. HelixNotes is open source and its code can be thoroughly audited by anyone.

I'm not a fan of AI features in HelixNotes. Can I disable them?

• By default, the AI features in HelixNotes are disabled. Users can easily toggle their enablement with just one click.

Do you have plans to add views like a Kanban board?

• This is a feature we would love to add, though not right away.

In what capacity has AI been used in the creation of HelixNotes?

• AI is used carefully and deliberately. We review its output at every step and can course-correct at any moment. This keeps development efficient, freeing our team to focus on the decisions that matter: architecture, features, and the overall direction of HelixNotes.

Is this the same project as Helix, the text editor?

• No, HelixNotes is a completely separate project, with no affiliation.

Will there be support for Apple Silicon?

• Yes, this is very high on our priority list.

Will there be an iOS app?

• Yes, this is something we're hoping to release soon. July is a possibility!

With so many new users trying HelixNotes these past couple of days, please consider visiting the Codeberg repo to report any bugs you notice or features you'd like to see! This project is very feedback driven, and we appreciate every suggestion.

https://codeberg.org/ArkHost/HelixNotes

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