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Read and send SMS messages on Android using Termux and Termux:API.

369|29|Updated Feb 3, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#messaging#terminal#android#sms#termux#termux-api
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mikeyobrien/rho --skill sms
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sms
Source: https://github.com/mikeyobrien/rho/tree/main/platforms/android/skills/sms
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mikeyobrien/rho --skill sms

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill lets you read recent SMS messages and send new texts directly from your Android device using Termux and Termux:API, reducing context switching and manual SMS access.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read recent messages and filter by sender
  • Get conversations list and reply quickly
  • Output formats for easy automation (JSON-like)

Quick Start

Use the termux-sms-list command to view messages and termux-sms-send to send a message: termux-sms-list termux-sms-send -n "+1234567890" "Hello from your AI assistant"

Frequently Asked Questions about sms

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I read and send SMS messages from my Android device using Termux?▼

You can read and send SMS messages from Termux by installing Termux:API, then using termux-sms-list to view messages and termux-sms-send to compose texts. This lets you manage SMS directly from the terminal without switching to your messaging app.

Can I filter SMS messages by sender in Termux?▼

Yes, you can filter SMS conversations by sender using termux-sms-list commands. This enables you to quickly locate and respond to messages from specific contacts within your terminal workflow.

What do I need to install before sending SMS from Termux?▼

You need to install both Termux and Termux:API on your Android device. Termux:API provides access to Android system features including the termux-sms-list and termux-sms-send commands required for messaging operations.

Can I automate SMS workflows from the terminal?▼

Yes, SMS automation from Termux is supported through JSON-like output formats from termux-sms-list and programmatic sending via termux-sms-send, enabling you to integrate messaging into scripts and automated terminal workflows.

Does Termux SMS work with messaging automation on Android?▼

Termux:API SMS commands integrate with Android device messaging, allowing you to list conversations, filter by sender, and send texts programmatically. This reduces context switching between messaging apps and terminal tasks.

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