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alarmkit

Manage alarms and countdown timers with Apple's AlarmKit for iOS 26+ apps.

Updated Jul 12, 2026
Search Tags:#iOS#alarms#alarmkit#countdown timers#Live Activity
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yashpalsince2004/National_academy_app --skill alarmkit-yashpalsince2004
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: alarmkit
Source: https://github.com/yashpalsince2004/National_academy_app/tree/main/Mobile/.agents/skills/alarmkit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yashpalsince2004/National_academy_app --skill alarmkit-yashpalsince2004

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires AlarmKit, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the creation and management of alarms and countdown timers on Apple devices using AlarmKit, enhancing user experience with system-level integration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Alarm Creation: Schedule alarms for wake-up calls, reminders, or appointments.
  • Countdown Timers: Set countdown timers for tasks, workouts, or cooking intervals.
  • Widget Integration: Customize countdown/paused Live Activity UI using a widget extension.
  • Use Case: Create a countdown timer for cooking, set an alarm to wake up on time, or schedule a reminder for a meeting.

Quick Start

Set a countdown timer for 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions about alarmkit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I schedule alarms and countdown timers in iOS apps using AlarmKit?▼

You can schedule alarms and countdown timers in iOS apps using AlarmKit by managing authorization, scheduling alarm states, and observing countdown state changes. This Skill handles the creation and state management required for system-level alarm integration.

Does AlarmKit work with Live Activity and widget extensions on iPadOS?▼

Yes, AlarmKit supports Live Activity integration with widget extensions on iPadOS 26+. You can customize the countdown and paused Live Activity UI directly within your widget extension to provide system-level countdown timer experiences.

What iOS version is required to use AlarmKit for countdown timers?▼

AlarmKit requires iOS 26+ or iPadOS 26+ to schedule alarms and countdown timers. This prerequisite ensures your app can properly handle the authorization and state observation needed for system-level alarm integration.

How do I handle alarm state observation and authorization with AlarmKit?▼

Handling alarm authorization and state observation with AlarmKit involves managing the creation and scheduling of alarms while observing their states. This Skill provides scripts and references to streamline the authorization and state management process for countdown timers.

Can I set a 10-minute countdown timer for cooking using AlarmKit?▼

Yes, you can set a 10-minute countdown timer for cooking using AlarmKit. The Skill streamlines the creation of countdown timers for tasks, workouts, or cooking intervals, allowing you to quickly schedule and manage countdown states.

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