things-mac

Manage Things 3 task databases and URL schemes on macOS via command line.

6|Updated Mar 13, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #task management #productivity #cli #macos #things3

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/me2Doc/friendlyclaw --skill things-mac-me2doc

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Skill: things-mac
Source: https://github.com/me2Doc/friendlyclaw/tree/main/body/skills/things-mac
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/me2Doc/friendlyclaw --skill things-mac-me2doc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires things3-cli.

What problem does it solve?

This skill bridges the gap between your terminal and your task management system, allowing you to interact with Things 3 without leaving your command line or interrupting your workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

Task Management: Add, update, or search for tasks, projects, and areas directly from your terminal.
Contextual Awareness: Quickly list your inbox, today's tasks, or upcoming deadlines to maintain focus.
Use Case: When you are deep in a coding session and remember a task, you can simply instruct the AI to add it to your Things 3 inbox with specific tags and deadlines without switching applications.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to add a new task to your Things 3 inbox with the title Buy groceries and set the due date for today.

Frequently Asked Questions about things-mac

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I manage Things 3 tasks from the macOS command line?▼

This skill enables Things 3 task management from the macOS command line by programmatically creating and retrieving tasks via URL schemes and the things3-cli binary, integrating productivity workflows directly into your terminal.

Can I add a task to Things 3 without leaving the terminal?▼

Yes, you can add tasks to Things 3 without leaving the terminal by instructing the assistant to create inbox items with specific titles, tags, and deadlines during your coding session.

Do I need things3-cli installed to use this task management skill?▼

Yes, this skill requires the things3-cli binary installed and appropriate macOS system permissions for database access to enable programmatic task creation and retrieval.

What task lists can I inspect using the command line?▼

Using the command line, you can inspect your Things 3 inbox, today's tasks, and upcoming deadlines to maintain contextual awareness and focus.

Are there limitations when accessing the Things 3 database programmatically?▼

Accessing the Things 3 database programmatically requires granting appropriate macOS system permissions for database access alongside having the things3-cli binary installed.