apple-reminders

Name: apple-reminders
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Author: Lucas Hanson

Manage Apple Reminders from the terminal using remindctl.

1|Updated Apr 30, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #reminders #macos #todo #apple #icloud #remindctl

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/lucasfth/config --skill apple-reminders-lucasfth

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apple-reminders
Source: https://github.com/lucasfth/config/tree/main/.hermes/skills/apple/apple-reminders
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lucasfth/config --skill apple-reminders-lucasfth

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Apple Reminders can be manually managed across devices, which can be time-consuming and error-prone. This skill lets you control Reminders directly from the terminal, helping you keep tasks in sync via iCloud and quickly manage lists without switching apps.

Core Features & Use Cases

View: list reminders and lists, with filters like today, this week, overdue, or a specific date.
Manage: add, complete, and delete reminders with titles and due dates, organizing them into lists.
Use Case: when planning a day, quickly pull up due tasks and confirm what to work on, then mark items as done.

Quick Start

Use remindctl to list today's Apple Reminders.

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 utility to list, add, complete, and delete tasks across your iCloud-synced lists. This enables deterministic CLI-based task execution without opening the Reminders.app.

Can I view today's or overdue Apple Reminders via command line?▼

Yes, you can view Apple Reminders via command line by applying filters like today, this week, overdue, or a specific date. This quickly pulls up due tasks so you can confirm what to work on during daily planning.

Do I need macOS to control Reminders through the terminal?▼

Yes, you need macOS with the Reminders.app installed to control reminders through the terminal. The system also requires the remindctl utility to execute deterministic CLI-based commands and sync tasks via iCloud.

What is the best way to automate adding Apple Reminders with due dates?▼

The best way to automate adding Apple Reminders with due dates is using terminal commands via remindctl. It allows you to add new reminders with specific titles and due dates, organizing them directly into your iCloud-synced lists.

Does remindctl support completing and deleting reminders across iCloud lists?▼

Yes, remindctl supports completing and deleting reminders across iCloud lists. It ensures deterministic CLI-based task execution so you can accurately mark items as done or remove them without manually switching apps on macOS.