things-mac

Manage Things 3 tasks via the things CLI on macOS.

Updated Apr 6, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #cli #macos #todo #task-management #things3 #url-scheme

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Skill: things-mac
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manage Things 3 via the things CLI on macOS to automate task creation, updates, and queries against the local Things database, enabling hands-free task management.

Core Features & Use Cases

Read and search the Things database (inbox, today, upcoming, projects, areas, tags) and to add/update todos via the Things URL scheme.
Create and modify tasks with notes, deadlines, and project associations using simple CLI commands.
Inspect and organize projects with quick lookups and keyword-based searches for rapid planning.

Quick Start

Install the things CLI on macOS and run a simple add command to create your first task.

Frequently Asked Questions about things-mac

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate Things 3 task management from the macOS command line?▼

You can automate Things 3 via the things CLI on macOS to add, update, and read tasks from the local Things database using URL scheme commands.

Can I search my Things 3 inbox and upcoming tasks using the terminal?▼

Yes, you can search Things 3 inbox, today, and upcoming tasks via the terminal by running the things CLI to query the local database.

Does Things 3 CLI automation require a specific macOS environment setup?▼

Yes, it requires macOS with the things CLI installed, the things binary in PATH, and access to the local Things database and URL scheme commands.

How do I add a new to-do with notes and deadlines to Things 3 via CLI?▼

Add to-dos with notes and deadlines via the things CLI by using URL scheme commands to create and modify tasks with specific project associations.

What are the limitations of managing Things 3 tasks via the command line?▼

Managing Things 3 via the command line is limited to local database interactions and URL scheme commands, requiring the things binary in PATH on macOS.