bird

Read, search, and post on X via CLI with cookie or Sweetistics API authentication.

Updated Jan 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/drshailesh88/Krypto --skill bird-drshailesh88
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Skill: bird
Source: https://github.com/drshailesh88/Krypto/tree/main/skills/bird
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/drshailesh88/Krypto --skill bird-drshailesh88

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a lightweight CLI workflow to read, search, and post content on X without opening a browser, enabling faster interactions and automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read timelines and threads from X to stay updated with minimal context switching.
  • Search tweets by keywords and engage with relevant conversations.
  • Post tweets or replies programmatically, with authentication via cookies or Sweetistics API.

Quick Start

  • bird whoami
  • bird read <url-or-id>
  • bird thread <url-or-id>
  • bird search "query" -n 5
  • bird tweet "text"

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 X posts from the command line?

You can read and search X posts from the command line by installing the bird CLI binary via Homebrew, which enables terminal-based timeline reading, thread exploration, and keyword searches without opening a browser.

Can I post tweets and replies using a CLI workflow?

Yes, you can post tweets and replies using a CLI workflow by executing the bird tweet command with your text, allowing programmatic publishing and automation directly from your terminal.

How does CLI authentication work for accessing X timelines and threads?

CLI authentication for accessing X timelines and threads works by validating your session through extracted browser cookies or the Sweetistics API, enabling secure command-line interactions.

Do I need Homebrew to install the CLI tool for searching tweets by keywords?

Yes, you need Homebrew to install the bird binary, which provides the required executable environment for running keyword searches, reading timelines, and posting tweets from your command line.

What is the best way to automate X interactions without a browser?

The best way to automate X interactions without a browser is using a CLI-based workflow that executes read, search, and post commands directly in the terminal, minimizing context switching.