beeper

Automate cross-platform messaging access and control from the terminal.

9|2|Updated Mar 5, 2026

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Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/DavidTeju/shared-skills --skill beeper

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: beeper
Source: https://github.com/DavidTeju/shared-skills/tree/main/skills/beeper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DavidTeju/shared-skills --skill beeper

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Beeper CLI provides a unified way to access messaging platforms from the terminal, enabling quick conversations, search, and message sending without switching apps.

Core Features & Use Cases

Unified chat search across platforms and conversations, with contact enrichment.
Send messages, retrieve chats, and focus on a specific chat from the command line.
Quick real-world use: locate a contact across iMessage, WhatsApp, and more, then respond instantly from the terminal.

Quick Start

Run the beeper wrapper at scripts/beeper to begin sending and searching messages from the terminal.

Frequently Asked Questions about beeper

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I send messages from the terminal across multiple platforms?▼

Unified messaging from your terminal is achieved by running the beeper wrapper script, which automates cross-platform messaging access and control for any Beeper-supported chat service.

Can I search for a contact across iMessage and WhatsApp without switching apps?▼

Unified chat search across platforms and conversations with contact enrichment allows you to find a contact across iMessage and WhatsApp without switching apps directly from the command line.

Do I need Beeper Desktop with API enabled to use this command line messaging tool?▼

Yes, you need Beeper Desktop with API enabled to use this command line messaging tool, as the wrapper script requires the local Beeper API to perform operations like reading conversations and sending messages.

What is the best way to read conversations and manage basic interactions from the CLI?▼

The best way to read conversations and manage basic interactions from the CLI is to use the beeper wrapper script, which retrieves chats, focuses on a specific chat, and manages interactions across all Beeper-supported platforms.

What messaging platforms are supported by this terminal-based communication tool?▼

The terminal-based communication tool supports all platforms connected to Beeper Desktop, including iMessage and WhatsApp, allowing you to locate contacts and respond instantly across these services.