imessage

Send and receive iMessages and SMS through macOS Messages.app.

Updated May 14, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #messaging #macos #messages #sms #imessage

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/SethyPagna/Secretary-Jarvis --skill imessage-sethypagna

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Skill: imessage
Source: https://github.com/SethyPagna/Secretary-Jarvis/tree/main/src/capabilities/skills/apple/imessage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SethyPagna/Secretary-Jarvis --skill imessage-sethypagna

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of checking Messages.app manually and sending replies from macOS when you need fast, reliable iMessage or SMS handling.

Core Features & Use Cases

Read recent chats and conversation history from Messages.app.
Send text messages or attachments to phone numbers or Apple IDs.
Watch a chat for new incoming messages when you need ongoing monitoring.

Quick Start

Use the imessage skill to find the right conversation, confirm the recipient and message, and send a reply from macOS Messages.app.

Frequently Asked Questions about imessage

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

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How do I send iMessages from macOS automatically?▼

To send iMessages from macOS automatically, you need macOS with Messages.app access and the imsg command. The skill confirms recipients and message content before sending outbound texts or attachments via your Mac.

Can I read conversation history from the Messages app on macOS?▼

Yes, you can read conversation history from the Messages app on macOS. The skill looks up existing chats and retrieves recent conversation logs directly through the native Messages.app interface.

How do I monitor incoming SMS and iMessage chats on a Mac?▼

You can monitor incoming SMS and iMessage chats on a Mac by watching a specific conversation. The skill tracks new incoming messages in Messages.app for ongoing monitoring of selected chats.

Do I need the imsg command to automate texting on macOS?▼

Yes, you need the imsg command to automate texting on macOS. Along with macOS and Messages.app access, this command-line tool is required to look up chats, send attachments, and review conversation history.