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Manage Things 3 tasks via the things CLI on macOS.

Updated Feb 8, 2026
Search Tags:#task management#macos#things3#cli automation#task search#todo add#url scheme
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nomad3/openclaw-k8s --skill things-mac-nomad3
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: things-mac
Source: https://github.com/nomad3/openclaw-k8s/tree/main/package/skills/things-mac
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nomad3/openclaw-k8s --skill things-mac-nomad3

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires things.

What problem does it solve?

It removes the friction of manually switching into the Things app by letting you add, update, and review tasks in your local Things database from macOS through a consistent CLI workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read tasks and lists from your local database (inbox, today, upcoming) for quick status checks and triage.
  • Search and inspect structure across projects, areas, and tags to find the right work quickly.
  • Create and update todos safely via the Things URL scheme, including notes, deadlines, checklist items, tags, and moving items between lists/headings with optional auth for modifications.

Quick Start

Install the Things 3 CLI on macOS, then ask OpenClaw to add a task to Things (optionally including notes, list/project, tags, and due/deadline), and verify it appears in your Things inbox or the specified list.

Frequently Asked Questions about things-mac

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I add tasks to Things 3 using a CLI on macOS?▼

You can add tasks to Things 3 using a CLI on macOS by leveraging the Things URL scheme to create todos with notes, deadlines, and tags directly from the command line. This skill automates that task ingestion process.

Can I search my Things 3 database and inspect projects from the command line?▼

Yes, you can search your Things 3 database and inspect projects, areas, and tags from the command line. This skill reads your local database to find specific work and review task structures quickly.

Does this macOS task management approach require a specific Things CLI binary?▼

Yes, this macOS task management approach requires the Things CLI binary installed locally. It reads and writes your local Things database directly and supports optional database path and auth token configuration for modifications.

How do I review my Things 3 inbox and upcoming tasks without opening the app?▼

You can review your Things 3 inbox and upcoming tasks without opening the app by querying your local database through the CLI. This skill retrieves your today, inbox, and upcoming lists for quick status checks and triage.

Is there a safe way to preview task updates before applying them to my Things 3 database?▼

Yes, there is a safe way to preview task updates before applying them to your Things 3 database. This skill supports dry-run safety for non-destructive previews when creating or updating todos via the Things URL scheme.

Can I move tasks between lists and headings in Things 3 via CLI automation?▼

Yes, you can move tasks between lists and headings in Things 3 via CLI automation. This skill performs task updates using the Things URL scheme, allowing you to reorganize todos while including notes, checklist items, and tags.

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