things-mac

Manage Things 3 tasks on macOS via the things CLI.

1|Updated Mar 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aayushsoam/clawbot-plus --skill things-mac-aayushsoam
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Skill: things-mac
Source: https://github.com/aayushsoam/clawbot-plus/tree/main/skills/things-mac
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aayushsoam/clawbot-plus --skill things-mac-aayushsoam

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Managing Things 3 on macOS from ClawBot-Plus via the Things CLI eliminates manual task juggling and keeps your workflow in one place. This skill enables command-line control to read lists, add or update todos via URL schemes, and inspect projects, areas, or tags from the local Things database.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read-only access to read inbox, today, upcoming, projects, areas, and tags from Things.
  • Write operations to add or update tasks via the Things URL scheme or CLI integration.
  • Use case: Automate daily planning by syncing new tasks into Things based on AI-generated suggestions.

Quick Start

Add a new task to Things via the Things CLI on macOS.

Frequently Asked Questions about things-mac

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate adding tasks to Things 3 on macOS from a command line interface?

You can automate adding tasks to Things 3 on macOS by invoking the things CLI to trigger URL schemes, which writes new todos directly into your local Things database.

How do I list upcoming tasks and inbox items in Things 3 using a CLI?

Listing upcoming tasks and inbox items in Things 3 is done by running read operations through the things CLI, which queries your local database to retrieve and display your current tasks.

Does managing Things tasks via CLI require any specific macOS environment setup?

Managing Things tasks via CLI requires macOS with the things CLI installed and accessible in your PATH, ensuring the skill can successfully execute commands to read, add, and update items.

Can I inspect and search Things 3 projects, areas, and tags from the command line?

You can inspect and search Things 3 projects, areas, and tags from the command line by using the things CLI to query and retrieve specific organizational data from your local Things database.

What are the limitations of using CLI automation for Things task management?

The main limitation of using CLI automation for Things task management is that it strictly requires macOS and the things CLI installed; it cannot function or access your local database on other operating systems.

What is the best way to sync AI-generated task suggestions into Things?

The best way to sync AI-generated task suggestions into Things is by using the things CLI integration to write operations via URL schemes, automatically adding new todos to your local database.