things-mac

Manage Things 3 tasks on macOS via the things CLI.

1|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/pablomat555/eggent-ai --skill things-mac-pablomat555
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Skill: things-mac
Source: https://github.com/pablomat555/eggent-ai/tree/main/bundled-skills/things-mac
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pablomat555/eggent-ai --skill things-mac-pablomat555

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables macOS users to manage Things 3 tasks from the command line by interfacing with the things CLI to read the local Things database and to create or update todos via the Things URL scheme.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read and list tasks from Things (inbox, today, upcoming, projects, areas, tags) using the things CLI.
  • Create or update todos using Things URL schemes or CLI commands to organize tasks by project, area, and tags.
  • Integrate into automated workflows or assistants to manage tasks on macOS.

Quick Start

Ask Eggent to list, add, or update Things tasks on macOS using the things CLI.

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?

You can manage Things 3 tasks from the macOS command line by interfacing with the things CLI to read the local database and create or update todos via Things URL schemes.

Can I list my Things 3 inbox, today, and upcoming tasks using a CLI?

Yes, the things CLI allows you to read and list tasks from your Things 3 inbox, today, upcoming, projects, areas, and tags directly on macOS.

Do I need to install the things CLI to automate Things 3 task management?

Yes, you must install the things CLI and have macOS compatibility (darwin) with proper access to your task data to perform read and write operations.

How do I organize Things 3 todos into projects and areas programmatically?

You can organize Things 3 todos into projects, areas, and tags by creating or updating tasks using Things URL schemes or CLI commands.

What's the best way to integrate Things 3 into automated macOS workflows?

Integrating Things 3 into automated macOS workflows is best achieved by using the things CLI and URL schemes to programmatically read, create, and update tasks.

Why isn't my things CLI able to modify the local Things database?

Modifying the local Things database requires macOS compatibility (darwin), the things CLI installed, and proper access permissions to perform read and write operations on task data.