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things3-manager

Manage tasks, projects, areas, headings, and tags in Things 3 via CLI and URL scheme.

2|Updated Nov 9, 2021
Search Tags:#automation#task management#productivity#cli#macos#things3
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/adampetrovic/dotfiles --skill things3-manager
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: things3-manager
Source: https://github.com/adampetrovic/dotfiles/tree/main/dot_pi/agent/skills/things3
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adampetrovic/dotfiles --skill things3-manager

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires things-py, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the management of tasks, projects, areas, headings, and tags within the Things 3 macOS application, streamlining your productivity workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Task Management: List, search, create, update, and complete todos.
  • Project & Area Organization: Manage projects and areas, including their associated tasks and headings.
  • Tagging and Filtering: Apply and search by tags, and filter tasks by various criteria.
  • Use Case: Quickly add a new task to your "Work" project with a "urgent" tag and a deadline for tomorrow, all through a natural language command.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to add a new task to your Things 3 inbox with the title "Schedule dentist appointment".

Frequently Asked Questions about things3-manager

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Things 3 task management on macOS using a CLI?▼

Things 3 task management on macOS is automated via a local CLI and the Things URL scheme. You can list, search, create, update, and complete todos directly through command-line instructions.

Can I create and organize Things 3 projects and areas through command-line automation?▼

Yes, you can manage Things 3 projects and areas via command-line automation. The Skill supports creating, organizing, and managing projects, areas, and their associated tasks and headings.

How do I filter and tag Things 3 tasks using a CLI?▼

You filter and tag Things 3 tasks using the CLI by applying tags and searching by various criteria. The Skill supports listing and searching items based on specific tag filters.

Do I need things-py installed to manage Things 3 tasks with this automation Skill?▼

Yes, things-py is a required dependency. You need things-py installed to run the local CLI and automate task management actions within the Things 3 macOS application.

What's the best way to add a new task to Things 3 inbox with a specific tag and deadline?▼

The best way to add a task to Things 3 with a tag and deadline is through a natural language command. Ask the agent to create the task in your inbox with the desired attributes.

Are there limitations to managing Things 3 tasks via the URL scheme and CLI?▼

Things 3 task management via the URL scheme and CLI is limited to macOS environments. It relies on the things-py dependency to execute local automation commands.

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