bird

Read, search, and post on X from the command line.

Updated Mar 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fufuonline/openclaw --skill bird-fufuonline
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bird
Source: https://github.com/fufuonline/openclaw/tree/main/skills/bird
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fufuonline/openclaw --skill bird-fufuonline

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Command-line access to X/Twitter enables reading, searching, and posting without leaving your terminal, reducing context switching and enabling automation workflows with cookies or the Sweetistics API.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read posts and threads by URL or ID, including replies and profiles.
  • Search tweets with keywords and limit results to fit your workflow.
  • Post tweets or replies from scripts, with user confirmation when appropriate.
  • Authenticate via browser cookies or Sweetistics for flexible integration in automation.

Quick Start

Run bird read <url-or-id> to fetch a post from X.

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?

To read and search X posts from the command line, use a CLI tool that fetches posts, threads, and replies by URL or ID. Search tweets using keywords and limit results to fit your workflow.

Can I automate posting tweets via scripts without leaving the terminal?

Yes, you can automate posting tweets and replies directly from scripts in the terminal. The CLI executes tweet and reply commands, prompting user confirmation when appropriate to ensure safe posting.

Do I need browser cookies to authenticate with X for CLI automation?

You need browser cookies or the Sweetistics API to authenticate with X for CLI automation. This cookie-based authentication method enables flexible integration within your scripts without requiring standard OAuth login flows.

What is the best way to fetch an entire X thread and its replies?

The best way to fetch an entire X thread and its replies is using a CLI command like 'read' with the post URL or ID. This retrieves the full thread structure and associated replies directly to your terminal.

Are there limitations to searching tweets with a command line interface?

Limitations of searching tweets via a command line interface include relying on browser cookies or Sweetistics for authentication and restricting search results based on specified keyword limits to fit your workflow.