Features Overview
Lokus provides a comprehensive set of features designed to enhance your note-taking and writing experience. This page provides an overview of all features organized by user journey and complexity.
Essential Features
Core functionality that every user should know
Writing & Editing
- Rich Text Editor - Modern editor with live Markdown support
- Basic Formatting - Headers, emphasis, lists, and more
- Markdown Support - Full Markdown compatibility
File Management
- File Operations - Create, rename, delete, and organize files
- Workspace Navigation - Navigate your content efficiently
- Search & Discovery - Find content quickly
Productivity Boosters
- Command Palette - Quick access to everything (
⌘K) - Template Basics - Reusable content templates
- Essential Shortcuts - Must-know keyboard shortcuts
Advanced Features
Powerful capabilities for experienced users
Knowledge Management
- Wiki Links & Connections - Link related notes together
- Graph Visualization - Visualize note connections
- Backlink Tracking - See what links to your notes
Visual Tools
- Infinite Canvas - Freeform visual note-taking
- Kanban Boards - Project management integration
- Diagrams & Charts - Visual content creation
Customization & Automation
- Universal Templates - Dynamic templates with variables and JavaScript
- Themes & Styling - Personalize your environment
- Workflow Optimization - Streamline your processes
Developer Features
For those who want to extend and customize Lokus
Development Environment
- Development Setup - Get started with Lokus development
- Architecture Overview - Understand how Lokus works
- Building & Testing - Build and test Lokus
Plugin Development
- Plugin Development Guide - Create your own plugins
- Plugin API Reference - Complete API documentation
- Plugin Examples - Learn from real examples
Quick Navigation
By User Type
- Writers: Editor Basics → Templates → Themes
- Knowledge Workers: File Management → Wiki Links → Graph View
- Visual Thinkers: Canvas → Kanban → Diagrams
- Power Users: Command Palette → Universal Templates → Workflow Optimization
- Developers: Development Setup → Plugin Development → Architecture
By Feature Category
- Core Editing: Rich text editor, Markdown support, formatting tools
- File Management: File operations, workspace navigation, search capabilities
- Productivity: Command palette, templates, shortcuts, automation
- Knowledge: Wiki links, graph view, backlinks, note connections
- Visual: Canvas, kanban boards, diagrams, visual content
- Customization: Themes, advanced templates, workflow optimization
- Extensibility: Plugin system, API access, development tools
New in Recent Updates
Universal Template System
Enhanced template capabilities with:
- Dynamic variable substitution (
{{date}},{{time}},{{user}}) - JavaScript execution within templates
- Command palette integration for quick access
- Secure sandbox for safe script execution
Enhanced Plugin Architecture
Improved plugin development with:
- Full React component integration
- Status bar plugin support
- Inter-plugin communication
- MCP (Multi-Computational Platform) integration
Modern Documentation
This documentation site itself is new, featuring:
- Progressive disclosure design
- User journey-based organization
- Comprehensive examples and tutorials
- Interactive components and better search
Complete Feature Reference
For a complete technical reference of all features, see:
- Complete Features Reference - Detailed documentation for every feature
- API Reference - Complete API documentation
- Keyboard Shortcuts - All available shortcuts
Getting Help
- New to Lokus? Start with Getting Started
- Need specific help? Check Support & FAQ
- Want to contribute? See Developer Guides
Lokus is designed to grow with you - start with the essentials and gradually explore advanced features as your needs evolve.