things-mac

Manage Things 3 tasks on macOS via the Things CLI.

Updated Apr 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vut08905/openclaw-app --skill things-mac-vut08905
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Skill: things-mac
Source: https://github.com/vut08905/openclaw-app/tree/main/skills/things-mac
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vut08905/openclaw-app --skill things-mac-vut08905

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Managing Things 3 data on macOS can require opening multiple apps and manual entry. This skill exposes read and write access to the local Things database via the things CLI, enabling adding, updating, listing, and searching tasks directly from OpenClaw.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read-only: read inbox, today, upcoming, projects, areas, and tags from the local Things database.
  • Write: add or update tasks and projects via the Things URL scheme to automate task management.
  • Use Case: quickly add a new task titled "Prepare travel itinerary" under a project when planning a trip.

Quick Start

Ask OpenClaw to add a task to Things, or to list tasks from inbox, today, or upcoming in Things on macOS.

Frequently Asked Questions about things-mac

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate adding tasks to Things 3 on macOS?

You can automate adding tasks to Things 3 on macOS by using the things CLI and Things URL scheme to write data directly to the local Things database. This allows you to add or update tasks and projects without opening the app manually.

Can I list tasks from my Things 3 inbox, today, or upcoming views via command line?

Yes, you can list tasks from your Things 3 inbox, today, and upcoming views via command line. The things CLI provides read access to the local Things database, allowing you to retrieve inbox items, today tasks, upcoming schedules, projects, areas, and tags.

What do I need to read and write to the Things 3 database from macOS automation tools?

To read and write to the Things 3 database, you need macOS with the things CLI installed and proper access to the local Things database. These components enable both read operations for listing items and write operations for updating projects via the Things URL scheme.

Does the Things CLI support searching for specific tasks in the local Things database?

Yes, the Things CLI supports searching for specific tasks in the local Things database. It exposes read access to query and retrieve tasks, allowing you to find items within your inbox, today list, upcoming schedule, projects, areas, and tags.

What are the limitations of managing Things 3 tasks via the things CLI?

Managing Things 3 tasks via the things CLI is limited to macOS environments and depends on proper access to the local Things database. Write operations are handled through the Things URL scheme, which may have constraints on complex task properties or bulk updates.