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things-mac

Manage tasks and projects in Things 3 via the things CLI.

Updated Feb 11, 2026
Search Tags:#task management#productivity#cli#macos#todo#things3
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/storyclaw-official/storyclaw-assistant --skill things-mac-storyclaw-official
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: things-mac
Source: https://github.com/storyclaw-official/storyclaw-assistant/tree/main/skills/things-mac
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/storyclaw-official/storyclaw-assistant --skill things-mac-storyclaw-official

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to manage your tasks and projects within the Things 3 application on macOS directly from the command line, streamlining your productivity workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Task Management: Add, update, and view tasks, projects, areas, and tags in Things 3.
  • Database Interaction: Read directly from your local Things database for up-to-date task information.
  • Use Case: Quickly add a new to-do item with notes and a deadline to your "Work" project, or ask to see all tasks due today.

Quick Start

Add a new task to your Things 3 inbox by saying "add a task to buy groceries".

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?▼

Add tasks to Things 3 on macOS using the `things` CLI or the Things URL scheme. You can specify parameters like notes and deadlines to create new to-dos directly in your inbox or specific projects.

Can I read task data directly from the local Things database on macOS?▼

Read task data directly from your local Things database on macOS using the `things` CLI. This interaction allows you to retrieve up-to-date information on tasks, projects, areas, and tags for external processing.

Does Things 3 CLI support adding to-dos with notes and deadlines to projects?▼

Things 3 CLI supports adding to-dos with notes and deadlines to specific projects. It integrates with the Things URL scheme to handle task creation and modification across your defined areas and tags.

What is the best way to automate task management in Things 3 for macOS?▼

Automate task management in Things 3 for macOS by leveraging the `things` CLI to programmatically handle adding, updating, and reading tasks, projects, and tags from your local database.

Do I need the Things 3 app installed to use the things CLI for task management?▼

Yes, you need the Things 3 application installed on macOS because the CLI interacts directly with its local database and utilizes the Things URL scheme for task creation and modification.

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