apple-reminders

Name: apple-reminders
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Author: VYRE Studios

Manage Apple Reminders from the command line with remindctl on macOS.

Updated Apr 10, 2026

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

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npx skills add https://github.com/VYRE-Studios/Windows-Agentic-Framework --skill apple-reminders-vyre-studios

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Skill: apple-reminders
Source: https://github.com/VYRE-Studios/Windows-Agentic-Framework/tree/main/skills/apple/apple-reminders
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/VYRE-Studios/Windows-Agentic-Framework --skill apple-reminders-vyre-studios

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provide a simple, scriptable way to manage Apple Reminders on macOS so users can create, list, complete, and delete reminders that sync across their Apple devices without opening the Reminders app.

Core Features & Use Cases

Manage reminders from the command line: view today, tomorrow, week, overdue, or all items.
Create reminders with titles, lists, and due dates, complete or delete items, and manage lists.
Support for machine-readable outputs (JSON, plain/TSV, quiet counts) for automation and scripting.
Use Case: Add a quick task on macOS that immediately appears on the user's iPhone via iCloud and can be parsed by automation tools.

Quick Start

Add a reminder titled Buy milk due tomorrow to the Personal list using remindctl.

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 on macOS?▼

You can manage Apple Reminders from the terminal using the remindctl CLI to create, list, complete, and delete tasks. This allows you to handle reminders scriptably without opening the Reminders app.

Can I create a reminder with a due date from the command line that syncs to my iPhone?▼

Yes, creating reminders with titles, lists, and due dates via the CLI syncs tasks across Apple devices through iCloud. A quick task added on macOS immediately appears on your iPhone.

What is the best way to script and automate Apple Reminders tasks?▼

The best way to automate Apple Reminders is using remindctl, which supports machine-readable JSON, plain, TSV, and quiet count outputs. This allows seamless integration with automation tools and scripts.

Do I need to grant permissions to use a CLI for Apple Reminders?▼

Yes, you must grant Reminders permission to the remindctl CLI on macOS. This ensures the command line tool can securely access and modify your Apple Reminders data.

How do I list overdue or today's tasks using a command line interface?▼

You can list overdue, today, tomorrow, week, or all items by running specific view commands in remindctl. This provides quick command line access to your current task schedule.

Does the Apple Reminders CLI support exporting data for external automation?▼

Yes, the Apple Reminders CLI supports exporting data through JSON and plain outputs. This format compatibility allows you to parse reminder data for external automation and scripting workflows.