Essentials

Essentials

Core functionality that every Lokus user should know. These features form the foundation of your note-taking workflow.

Getting Started with Essentials

The essential features are organized into three main areas:

Writing

Master the fundamentals of writing and editing in Lokus:

  • Editor Basics - Learn the core editing features
  • Formatting - Text styling and structure (coming soon)
  • Markdown Support - Full Markdown compatibility (coming soon)

Organization

Organize and manage your content effectively:

  • File Management - File operations and workspace navigation (coming soon)
  • Workspace Basics - Understanding your workspace (coming soon)
  • Search Basics - Finding content quickly (coming soon)

Productivity

Boost your productivity with these key features:

  • Command Palette - Your gateway to everything in Lokus
  • Template Basics - Get started with templates (coming soon)
  • Essential Shortcuts - Must-know keyboard shortcuts (coming soon)

Learning Path

We recommend following this order when learning Lokus essentials:

  1. Start with Editor Basics - Learn how to write and format content
  2. Master the Command Palette - Your most important productivity tool
  3. Explore File Management - Organize your workspace effectively
  4. Try Template Basics - Speed up content creation

Quick Reference

Most Important Shortcuts

  • ⌘K - Open Command Palette (your most important shortcut!)
  • ⌘S - Save current file
  • ⌘N - Create new file
  • ⌘F - Find in document

Essential Actions

  • Create content: Command Palette → "new file"
  • Find files: Command Palette → type filename
  • Format text: Use Markdown syntax or keyboard shortcuts
  • Save work: Auto-saves as you type, ⌘S for manual save

Next Steps

Once you're comfortable with the essentials:

The essentials are designed to get you productive quickly. Focus on these core features first, then gradually explore more advanced capabilities as your needs grow.

Getting StartedEditor Basics