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Read, search, and post to X via the Bird CLI.

1|Updated Jan 27, 2026
Search Tags:#search#CLI#twitter#tweet#read#cookies#sweetistics
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/devskale/skale-skills --skill bird-devskale
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bird
Source: https://github.com/devskale/skale-skills/tree/main/skills/bird
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/devskale/skale-skills --skill bird-devskale

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a lightweight CLI tool to read, search, and post on X using browser cookies or the Sweetistics API, enabling quick social prompts without opening a browser.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read timelines and individual posts to stay updated on topics of interest.
  • Search tweets by query, filter results, and gather context for reporting or engagement.
  • Post tweets or replies directly from the command line, supporting thread workflows.

Quick Start

  • bird whoami
  • bird read <url-or-id>
  • bird thread <url-or-id>
  • bird search "query" -n 5
  • bird tweet "your message here"
  • bird reply <id-or-url> "your reply here"

Frequently Asked Questions about bird

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I read and search tweets from the command line?▼

Read tweets from the CLI using bird read <url-or-id> to fetch individual posts or timelines, and bird search "query" -n 5 to search tweets by keyword and filter results. Both commands work without opening a browser.

Can I post to X directly from my terminal?▼

Yes, post to X from the CLI using bird tweet "your message" for single tweets, bird reply <id-or-url> "your reply" for replies, or bird thread <url-or-id> to compose threads. All commands execute directly from the terminal.

What authentication methods does the Bird CLI support?▼

Bird supports cookie-based authentication from your browser or the Sweetistics API for X access. Both methods enable CLI-based reading, searching, and posting without manual browser interaction.

Do I need to install anything to use Bird for X automation?▼

Yes, the Bird binary must be installed and accessible on your system. Once installed and authenticated via cookies or the Sweetistics API, you can immediately run commands like whoami, read, search, tweet, and reply.

Can I use Bird to automate X workflows in scripts?▼

Yes, Bird is designed for scriptable control over X content from local workflows. Its CLI commands integrate into shell scripts and automation tools, enabling repeatable tweet posting, searching, and thread composition without browser dependencies.

What's the quickest way to test if Bird is working?▼

Run bird whoami to verify your authentication and confirm the Bird binary is installed and configured correctly. This command outputs your X account information and validates both cookie-based and Sweetistics API authentication.

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