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notifier-cli

Generate macOS desktop notifications from terminal via command-line wrapper for terminal-notifier.

3|1|Updated May 19, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cli#notifications#macos#alerts#notifier
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/adbertram/cli-tools --skill notifier-cli
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: notifier-cli
Source: https://github.com/adbertram/cli-tools/tree/main/_repo/skills/notifier-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adbertram/cli-tools --skill notifier-cli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the problem of needing to trigger system-level alerts or notifications from within automated scripts or terminal sessions, ensuring you stay informed about task completion or status updates without leaving your command line.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Desktop Notifications: Send custom macOS notifications with titles, subtitles, and specific alert sounds.
  • DND Override: Optionally bypass Do Not Disturb settings for critical alerts that require immediate attention.
  • Use Case: Integrate this into a long-running build script to receive a desktop notification the moment your compilation finishes, even if your terminal window is minimized.

Quick Start

Use the notifier-cli to send a desktop notification with the title Build Status and the message The process has completed successfully.

Frequently Asked Questions about notifier-cli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I send macOS desktop notifications from a command-line interface?▼

You can send macOS desktop notifications from a command-line interface by using a wrapper for terminal-notifier. This allows terminal sessions to generate visual and auditory feedback for automated tasks and system events.

Can I bypass Do Not Disturb settings for critical macOS alerts via CLI?▼

Yes, you can optionally bypass Do Not Disturb settings for critical macOS alerts via CLI. This ensures that high-priority notifications override system focus modes to require immediate attention.

Do I need terminal-notifier installed to trigger macOS alerts from a script?▼

Yes, you need the terminal-notifier utility installed to trigger macOS alerts from a script. The tool operates as a wrapper and requires terminal-notifier to be accessible on the system path.

How do I customize desktop notification titles and sounds in automated tasks?▼

You can customize desktop notification titles and sounds in automated tasks by passing parameters through the CLI wrapper. This allows you to configure titles, subtitles, and specific alert sounds for your system events.

What is the best way to get notified when a long-running terminal build finishes?▼

The best way to get notified when a long-running terminal build finishes is to integrate a CLI notification command into your build script. This sends a desktop alert upon completion, even if the terminal window is minimized.

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