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orchard

Automate macOS Apple apps from the command line to manage calendar events and reminders.

152|29|Updated Mar 4, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cli#macos#calendar#orchard#local-apps
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/okooo5km/Skills4U --skill orchard
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: orchard
Source: https://github.com/okooo5km/Skills4U/tree/main/skills/orchard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/okooo5km/Skills4U --skill orchard

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Orchard enables AI agents to automate local macOS app tasks by issuing CLI commands instead of manual UI interactions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local-app automation with a single CLI tool (orchard) to read and manage apps and data on macOS.
  • Supports workflows like scheduling reminders, reading mail, geocoding, and location queries.
  • Example scenario: schedule a reminder for a meeting and fetch today’s weather.

Quick Start

Install orchard and start using the CLI to automate tasks on your Mac.

Frequently Asked Questions about orchard

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate macOS calendar events and reminders using CLI?▼

Orchard uses a CLI-driven approach to automate macOS Apple apps, allowing AI agents to issue deterministic commands that read and manage calendar events, reminders, mail, and notes locally.

Can I use AI prompts to read local mail and notes on macOS?▼

Yes, you can use AI prompts to read local mail and notes on macOS by executing orchard CLI commands that safely interact with your local data to retrieve and manage app information.

Does orchard work with Apple Music, Weather, and Messages for local automation?▼

Yes, orchard works with Apple Music, Weather, and Messages for local automation, supporting workflows like retrieving weather data, querying music, and composing messages via CLI commands.

How do I query location data and schedule reminders from the command line?▼

You query location data and schedule reminders from the command line by passing orchard CLI commands through an AI agent, enabling geocoding, location queries, and automated reminder scheduling.

What is the best way to interact with macOS Contacts without opening the app?▼

The best way to interact with macOS Contacts without opening the app is using a CLI-driven local automation tool like orchard, which reads and manages contact data through deterministic command usage.

Are there limitations when using CLI commands to automate local Apple apps?▼

Limitations when using CLI commands to automate local Apple apps include relying on deterministic command usage and safe interaction protocols defined in SKILL.md, ensuring versioning but restricting free-form UI manipulation.

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