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imessage

Send and manage iMessage and SMS texts through macOS Messages.app using imsg CLI.

3|1|Updated Apr 19, 2024
Search Tags:#automation#messaging#macos#sms#imessage#imsg
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/guccang/blogclaw --skill imessage-guccang
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: imessage
Source: https://github.com/guccang/blogclaw/tree/main/cmd/hermes-agent/vendor/hermes_runtime/skills/apple/imessage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/guccang/blogclaw --skill imessage-guccang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the difficulty of managing iMessage and SMS communication from an AI workflow by providing a controlled way to read conversations and send messages through macOS Messages.app.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Message Sending: Send iMessages or SMS texts to approved phone numbers and Apple IDs using the imsg CLI.
  • Conversation Access: Read chat history, inspect recent conversations, and monitor incoming messages when needed.
  • Use Case: A user can ask an AI assistant to help send a personal update or review recent Messages.app conversations while maintaining confirmation and safety checks.

Quick Start

Use the imessage skill to send a text message to a confirmed contact saying that I will be late.

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 an automated macOS workflow?▼

You can read chat history and monitor incoming iMessage chats by using this Skill to access and inspect recent conversations through the macOS Messages.app interface and the imsg CLI.

Can I use this iMessage automation tool to read conversation history on macOS?▼

You can read chat history and monitor incoming iMessage chats by using this Skill to access and inspect recent conversations through the macOS Messages.app interface and the imsg CLI.

Do I need the imsg CLI installed to manage Messages.app through an AI assistant?▼

Yes, you need the imsg CLI installed, macOS Messages.app access, and user confirmation controls enabled to safely manage iMessage and SMS communication through an AI assistant.

What are the limitations of automating personal messaging workflows with the imsg CLI?▼

The primary limitation of automating personal messaging with the imsg CLI is that it requires explicit user confirmation controls for safe message delivery, restricting fully autonomous sending without prior approval.

Does this Skill support sending messages to both phone numbers and Apple IDs?▼

Yes, this Skill supports sending iMessages or SMS texts to approved phone numbers and Apple IDs by using the imsg CLI to interface directly with macOS Messages.app.

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