apple-reminders

Manage Apple Reminders from the terminal using remindctl to view, add, complete, and delete tasks.

Updated Mar 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/afel6/scal-ai-pipeline --skill apple-reminders-afel6
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apple-reminders
Source: https://github.com/afel6/scal-ai-pipeline/tree/main/hermes_skills_library/apple/apple-reminders
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/afel6/scal-ai-pipeline --skill apple-reminders-afel6

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users manage Apple Reminders from the terminal, enabling quick task organization and cross-device syncing without switching apps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • View Reminders: list and inspect tasks across lists.
  • Add Reminders: create new tasks with optional due dates from the command line.
  • Complete/Delete: mark tasks done or remove them as needed.
  • Use Case: Imagine you want to create a shopping list today and have it synced to your iPhone.

Quick Start

Use remindctl to list today’s reminders and add a new reminder with a due date.

Frequently Asked Questions about apple-reminders

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Apple Reminders from the terminal?

You can manage Apple Reminders from the terminal by using the remindctl interface to view, add, complete, and delete tasks directly from your command line workflow.

Can I add a new task to Apple Reminders with a due date via CLI?

Yes, adding reminders via CLI allows you to create new tasks and optionally assign due dates, enabling quick task organization from the command line without opening the app.

Does this Apple Reminders CLI tool work on non-macOS systems?

No, this is a macOS-only Reminders CLI tool. It relies on remindctl as the primary interface to interact with the native macOS Reminders ecosystem.

Will tasks I add from the terminal sync to my iPhone?

Yes, tasks added from the terminal sync across devices through Apple Reminders, allowing you to create a shopping list on your Mac and access it on your iPhone.

What is the best way to view today's to-do list from the command line?

The best way to view today's to-do list is using remindctl to list and inspect tasks across your Apple Reminders lists directly within your terminal.

How do I mark a reminder as complete using the command line?

You can mark tasks as done or delete them as needed by executing the specific complete and delete commands provided by the remindctl CLI interface.