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homekit

Control Apple HomeKit accessories and monitor home events via homeclaw-cli.

155|22|Updated Feb 24, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cli#smart home#macos#iot#homekit
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/omarshahine/HomeClaw --skill homekit
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: homekit
Source: https://github.com/omarshahine/HomeClaw/tree/main/openclaw/skills/homekit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/omarshahine/HomeClaw --skill homekit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to control your Apple HomeKit smart home accessories and monitor home events directly from your AI assistant or terminal, bridging the gap left by HomeKit's lack of a public API.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Device Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, set thermostat temperatures, lock/unlock doors, and control blinds.
  • Scene Activation: Trigger pre-configured HomeKit scenes like "Movie Time" or "Good Morning".
  • Status Monitoring: Query the status of devices and sensors, and review recent home activity logs.
  • AI Integration: Seamlessly integrates with AI assistants like Claude and OpenClaw for natural language control.

Quick Start

Use the homekit skill to turn off the kitchen lights.

Frequently Asked Questions about homekit

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I control HomeKit smart home accessories from a terminal or AI assistant?▼

You can control HomeKit smart home accessories from a terminal or AI assistant by using the homeclaw-cli tool to manage lights, thermostats, locks, and blinds via natural language commands, bypassing the lack of a public HomeKit API.

Can I trigger HomeKit scenes and check device status using natural language?▼

Yes, you can trigger HomeKit scenes and check device status using natural language commands through AI assistant integration, allowing you to activate pre-configured scenes like 'Movie Time' and query sensor statuses.

Do I need to install any specific software to manage IoT devices with this Skill?▼

To manage IoT devices with this Skill, you must install the homeclaw-cli binary and ensure it is accessible in your system's PATH, enabling the AI assistant to execute smart home commands.

What's the best way to monitor smart home event logs on macOS?▼

The best way to monitor smart home event logs on macOS is by querying recent home activity through the homeclaw-cli tool, which bridges HomeKit accessories and AI assistants to review device status and event history.

Why does HomeKit automation lack direct API access for custom scripts?▼

HomeKit automation lacks direct API access for custom scripts because Apple does not provide a public API, which this Skill solves by bridging the gap using the homeclaw-cli binary to enable natural language control.

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