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Snipstack Docs
How to install Snipstack, save and fill snippets, search from any app, sync through your own Turso database, and keep your library safe.
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Using Snipstack
- Snippets and fragmentsWhat a snippet holds, how copying works, smart views, sorting and the Trash.
- VariablesThe {{name}} syntax, defaults, remembered values and the fill form.
- SearchHow the command palette and quick search match and rank your snippets.
- Quick search windowThe global hotkey, the keys in the floating search window, auto-paste and the tray menu.
- Keyboard shortcutsEvery keyboard shortcut in Snipstack, for macOS, Windows and Linux.
- Folders and tagsOrganize snippets with nested folders and tags, and what happens when you delete them.
Sync and data
- Sync with TursoConnect your own Turso (libSQL) database, choose merge or replace, read the sync status and resolve conflicts.
- Import and exportExport your library as JSON, import a Snipstack export, and what each one includes.
- SettingsEvery setting in Snipstack and its default.
- Data and backupsWhere Snipstack keeps your library, backups and logs on each system.
- UpdatesWhich Snipstack builds update themselves, how updates install, and how to turn automatic checks off.