findmy

Track Apple devices and AirTags via FindMy.app using AppleScript and screen capture.

Updated Apr 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/samuelmukoti/myai-agent --skill findmy-samuelmukoti
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: findmy
Source: https://github.com/samuelmukoti/myai-agent/tree/main/skills/apple/findmy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/samuelmukoti/myai-agent --skill findmy-samuelmukoti

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Track Apple devices and AirTags in FindMy via macOS automation when a CLI is not available. Since FindMy has no official CLI, this skill uses AppleScript to open the app and screen capture to read device locations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • AppleScript automation to launch FindMy and obtain readouts of devices
  • Optional UI automation with Peekaboo for reliability
  • Use cases include locating iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, and AirTags; tracking AirTag patrols over time

Quick Start

Open FindMy, run the AppleScript automation, and capture the on-screen locations of registered devices.

Frequently Asked Questions about findmy

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I track AirTag movement on macOS when there is no command line interface?

You can track AirTag movement on macOS by using AppleScript to automate the FindMy app and screen capture to read device locations. This approach bypasses the lack of an official CLI by directly interacting with the graphical interface to obtain location readouts.

What is the best way to automate locating Apple devices like iPhone and iPad from a Mac?

The best way to automate locating Apple devices from a Mac is using AppleScript to launch FindMy and screen capture to extract location data. Optional UI automation tools like Peekaboo can further improve the reliability of obtaining device readouts.

Do I need to grant screen recording permissions to automate FindMy on macOS?

Yes, you need to grant screen recording permissions to automate FindMy on macOS. The automation relies on screen capture to read the on-screen locations of registered devices, and you must be signed into FindMy on the Mac.

Can I use Peekaboo for UI automation to improve FindMy location readouts?

Yes, you can use Peekaboo for UI automation to improve the reliability of FindMy location readouts. It works in synergy with AppleScript automation to more accurately capture the on-screen locations of Apple devices and AirTags.

Does this FindMy automation method work for tracking AirPods and Mac computers?

Yes, this FindMy automation method works for tracking AirPods and Mac computers. The AppleScript and screen capture technique is applicable to locating all registered devices in FindMy, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, and AirTags.