things-mac

Manage Things 3 tasks on macOS using the 'things' CLI.

23|10|Updated Feb 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw --skill things-mac-deepgram
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Skill: things-mac
Source: https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw/tree/main/skills/things-mac
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw --skill things-mac-deepgram

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires things, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows seamless integration of Things 3 task management within your AI assistant, enabling you to manage tasks and projects directly from your preferred messaging channels.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Task Management: Add, update, and manage tasks and projects from Things 3 directly via URL scheme.
  • Database Access: Read and search local Things database for tasks, projects, areas, and tags.
  • Use Case: If you need to add a task to Things or list your upcoming tasks, this Skill will help you do it efficiently.

Quick Start

Add a new task to Things by using the command: things add "Buy milk" --notes "2% + bananas".

Frequently Asked Questions about things-mac

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I add a task to Things 3 using command line?

The 'things' CLI tool supports adding tasks to Things 3 by executing commands like 'things add "Task Name" --notes "Details"', which writes directly to your local Things database on macOS.

Can I search my Things 3 database from an AI assistant?

Yes, you can search your Things 3 database by asking your AI assistant, which uses the 'things' CLI to query local tasks, projects, areas, and tags directly from the database.

Do I need full disk access to manage Things 3 tasks on macOS?

Yes, full disk access is required for local database operations. The Skill uses the 'things' CLI to interact with the Things 3 database, which macOS protects by default.

What is the best way to update project tracking in Things 3 via messaging?

The best way to update project tracking via messaging is using this Skill, which interprets your text commands and executes updates on your Things 3 database through the 'things' CLI.

Does the Things 3 integration work without the things CLI dependency?

No, the 'things' CLI is a required dependency. This Skill functions by interpreting and executing commands through the CLI to manage your tasks and projects locally.

Why does Things 3 task management fail to execute commands on my Mac?

Command execution for Things 3 task management fails if the 'things' CLI is missing or if the AI assistant lacks full disk access permissions for local database operations.