macos-computer-use

Control macOS applications in the background without disrupting cursor or focus.

Updated May 24, 2026

Search Tags:#macos #computer use #gui #desktop automation #accessibility tree #background control

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npx skills add https://github.com/anxiety135790/hermes-skills --skill macos-computer-use-anxiety135790

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Skill: macos-computer-use
Source: https://github.com/anxiety135790/hermes-skills/tree/main/apple/macos-computer-use
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anxiety135790/hermes-skills --skill macos-computer-use-anxiety135790

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill lets you operate the macOS desktop without taking over the user's cursor, keyboard focus, or visible workspace, so you can complete GUI tasks while the user keeps working.

Core Features & Use Cases

Background macOS Control: Capture screenshots, inspect the accessibility tree, and interact with UI elements on a Mac without disrupting the foreground session.
Precise GUI Actions: Click, double-click, drag, scroll, type, and send keyboard shortcuts using stable element indices or coordinates.
Safe Workflow for Real Apps: Handle tasks in Finder, Safari, Mail, Messages, Figma, and other native macOS applications while respecting safety limits around passwords, payments, and permission dialogs.

Quick Start

Use the macos-computer-use skill to capture the current Safari window and click the Sign In element only after verifying the overlay index.

Frequently Asked Questions about macos-computer-use

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

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How do I automate macOS desktop apps without disrupting my foreground workspace?▼

Background macOS control lets you automate native apps without taking over your cursor, keyboard focus, or current Space. You can capture screenshots, inspect the accessibility tree, click, type, scroll, and drag while continuing to work uninterrupted.

How does background GUI automation target elements using the accessibility tree?▼

Background GUI automation targets elements using stable accessibility tree indices combined with precise coordinates. It verifies overlay indices before executing actions like clicking or typing, ensuring reliable element targeting across native macOS applications such as Safari and Finder.

Can I automate typing and clicking in native Mac apps like Figma and Mail in the background?▼

Yes, you can automate typing, clicking, dragging, and scrolling in native Mac apps like Figma, Mail, Safari, and Messages in the background. The automation preserves your active session while performing precise GUI actions via stable element indices.

What safety limits apply to password and payment dialogs during macOS desktop automation?▼

macOS desktop automation enforces strict safety handling for sensitive dialogs, passwords, payments, and permission prompts. It requires post-action verification and reliable element-index targeting to prevent unauthorized interactions with secure system or application input fields.

What's the best way to verify UI actions when automating Mac applications in the background?▼

The best way to verify UI actions is through post-action verification using screenshots and accessibility tree inspection. By capturing the interface state after clicking or typing, you confirm the action succeeded against the targeted element index before proceeding.

Why does my macOS background automation fail to interact with the correct UI element?▼

Background automation fails when element indices shift or overlays interfere with targeting. You must inspect the accessibility tree, verify the overlay index before clicking, and use stable element indices rather than coordinates alone to ensure reliable interaction.