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imessage

Send and receive iMessages/SMS with attachments from the macOS terminal.

Updated Jun 17, 2026
Search Tags:#messaging#macOS#iMessage#Apple#SMS
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Brilly-Bohyun/skill-repository --skill imessage-brilly-bohyun
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: imessage
Source: https://github.com/Brilly-Bohyun/skill-repository/tree/main/apple/imessage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Brilly-Bohyun/skill-repository --skill imessage-brilly-bohyun

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of sending and receiving iMessages/SMS on macOS, allowing users to manage their messaging directly through the terminal.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Send/Receive Messages: Send and receive iMessages/SMS directly from the terminal.
  • Chat Management: View conversation history and manage chats.
  • Attachment Support: Send messages with attachments.
  • Use Case: If you frequently need to send messages via iMessage or SMS and prefer using the terminal over the Messages.app interface, this skill can streamline your process.

Quick Start

Send an iMessage to +14155551212 with the text "Hello!" using the imsg command.

Frequently Asked Questions about imessage

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I send iMessage or SMS texts from the macOS terminal?▼

Sending iMessages from the macOS terminal requires the Messages.app to be signed in. The skill processes terminal commands to send and receive SMS texts directly on macOS.

Can I view iMessage chat history and manage conversations via the command line?▼

Managing iMessage chats via the command line is supported by this skill. It retrieves conversation history and manages chats directly through terminal scripts on macOS.

Do I need to be signed into Messages.app to send SMS from the macOS command line?▼

Sending SMS from the macOS command line requires a signed-in Messages.app. The skill uses this native macOS environment to execute terminal-based messaging operations.

Does terminal messaging on macOS support sending attachments with iMessage?▼

Sending attachments with iMessage is supported by this terminal skill. It facilitates message attachments directly through macOS command-line interactions.

What are the limitations of using the command line for Apple messaging instead of the Messages.app?▼

Limitations of command-line Apple messaging include the requirement for a signed-in Messages.app on macOS. It serves users preferring terminal workflows over the graphical Messages.app interface.

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