macos-computer-use

Automate macOS mouse and keyboard actions via cua-driver.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/THTProtocol/lastochka --skill macos-computer-use-thtprotocol
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: macos-computer-use
Source: https://github.com/THTProtocol/lastochka/tree/main/skills/apple/macos-computer-use
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/THTProtocol/lastochka --skill macos-computer-use-thtprotocol

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires cua-driver, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows for the control of a macOS desktop environment using AI, enabling actions like screenshots, mouse movements, and keyboard inputs without interrupting the user's work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Desktop Automation: Perform various actions on the desktop, such as screenshots, clicks, scrolling, and typing.
  • Non-Intrusive Interaction: The actions performed do not steal focus or cursor control from the user.
  • Use Case: If you need to simulate a user's interactions with a Mac application for testing purposes or automating tasks, this Skill can be used to do so in the background.

Quick Start

Use the lastochka run macos-computer-use capture action="click" element=7 command to simulate a click on the 7th interactable element in the current app.

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 actions without interrupting my workflow?

macOS desktop automation can run AI-driven mouse and keyboard actions in the background without stealing focus or cursor control. This allows you to automate GUI interaction and testing tasks non-intrusively while continuing your work.

Can I perform background GUI interaction and testing on macOS using AI?

Yes, AI can perform background GUI interaction on macOS by simulating clicks, scrolling, typing, and screenshots. This non-intrusive approach is suited for automating desktop tasks and simulating user interactions for application testing without user intervention.

What do I need to set up macOS desktop automation with AI control?

To set up macOS desktop automation, you need to install the cua-driver dependency and grant Accessibility permissions. These prerequisites allow the AI to execute mouse and keyboard inputs on the macOS desktop environment without user intervention.

How do I simulate a mouse click on a specific desktop element in macOS?

You can simulate a mouse click on a specific desktop element in macOS by running a capture action command, specifying the action type as "click" and providing the target element's index number to execute the interaction non-intrusively.

Does desktop automation work without taking over my mouse and keyboard?

Yes, this macOS desktop automation works without taking over your mouse and keyboard. The non-intrusive interaction mechanism ensures that automated actions like typing, clicking, and scrolling do not steal focus or cursor control from the user.

What are the limitations of non-intrusive macOS desktop automation?

Limitations of non-intrusive macOS desktop automation include requiring Accessibility permissions and the cua-driver dependency. It is specifically suited for background automation tasks and simulating interactions on macOS rather than direct foreground user replacement.