apple-reminders

Name: apple-reminders
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Author: tiancaiamao

Manage Apple Reminders from the macOS terminal using remindctl.

5|Updated Feb 8, 2026

Search Tags:#productivity #cli #macos #tasks #remindctl #apple reminders

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npx skills add https://github.com/tiancaiamao/ai --skill apple-reminders-tiancaiamao

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Skill: apple-reminders
Source: https://github.com/tiancaiamao/ai/tree/main/skills/apple-reminders
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tiancaiamao/ai --skill apple-reminders-tiancaiamao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of managing Apple Reminders from the terminal, so you can work faster without opening the Reminders app.

Core Features & Use Cases

List reminders by day, week, overdue, upcoming, completed, or all items.
Create, edit, complete, and delete reminders and lists with concise CLI commands.
Use JSON or plain output for scripting, automation, or lightweight reporting.

Quick Start

Ask me to use remindctl to show today's reminders and add a new reminder for your next task.

Frequently Asked Questions about apple-reminders

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

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How do I manage Apple Reminders from the terminal?▼

You can manage Apple Reminders from the terminal by using the remindctl CLI to list, create, edit, complete, and delete tasks without opening the Reminders app.

Can I filter Apple Reminders by date using macOS command line?▼

Yes, you can filter Apple Reminders by date using macOS command line tools to view overdue, upcoming, today's, or completed tasks through specific remindctl commands.

Does remindctl support JSON output for task automation?▼

Yes, remindctl supports JSON output for task automation, allowing you to parse reminder data and integrate it into custom shell scripts or lightweight reporting workflows.

What are the prerequisites for using remindctl to control macOS tasks?▼

To control macOS tasks with remindctl, prerequisites include macOS access to the Reminders app and the remindctl CLI installed to execute terminal commands.

How do I create and complete reminders without opening the Reminders app?▼

You create and complete reminders without opening the Reminders app by executing concise remindctl CLI commands directly in the macOS terminal.

What is the best way to script personal task workflows using Apple Reminders?▼

The best way to script personal task workflows using Apple Reminders is leveraging remindctl to output task lists in JSON or plain text for automation and CLI processing.