peekaboo

Automate macOS UI tasks via CLI commands for capture, targeting, and control.

4|2|Updated Mar 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/0xKobold/0xkobolds --skill peekaboo-0xkobold
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: peekaboo
Source: https://github.com/0xKobold/0xkobolds/tree/main/skills/peekaboo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/0xKobold/0xkobolds --skill peekaboo-0xkobold

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates repetitive macOS UI tasks by giving a CLI to control, inspect, and automate apps and windows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Targeted UI actions: click, type, hotkeys, and window management to drive apps.
  • Capture & inspect: screenshots and element targeting for UI validation.
  • Automation workflows: scriptable commands for UI testing, accessibility checks, and demos on macOS.

Quick Start

Install Peekaboo and start automating macOS UI with commands like see, click, and type.

Frequently Asked Questions about peekaboo

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

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How do I automate macOS UI interactions from the command line?

You can automate macOS UI interactions using a CLI toolkit to script app controls, element targeting, and window management. This allows you to drive apps and automate workflows without a graphical interface.

Can I capture screenshots and inspect UI elements on macOS via CLI?

Yes, you can capture screenshots and inspect UI elements via CLI commands. The toolkit provides specific commands for screen capture and element targeting to validate UI states during automated testing.

What macOS CLI commands are available for UI automation and accessibility checks?

Available CLI commands for UI automation include see, click, type, app, and window management. These commands enable scriptable outputs for targeted UI actions and accessibility verification on macOS.

Does macOS UI automation work for testing apps and automated workflows?

macOS UI automation is designed specifically for UI testing, accessibility verification, and automated workflows. It provides scriptable commands to control, inspect, and automate apps and windows.

Do I need any specific binaries to script macOS UI automation tasks?

Yes, you need the Peekaboo binary installed to script macOS UI automation tasks. Once the binary is installed, you can execute commands to capture, target, and control applications.

What is the best way to automate repetitive macOS UI tasks without a GUI?

The best way to automate repetitive macOS UI tasks is using a CLI toolkit that provides targeted actions like clicking, typing, and hotkeys. This approach scriptably controls apps to streamline repetitive workflows.