Can I use natural language for task deadlines?

Yes, the skill supports natural language scheduling such as 'tomorrow', 'next week', or 'in 3 days' through the Things URL scheme.

Can I format task notes with Markdown?

Absolutely. Things 3 supports Markdown in notes, and this skill is optimized to use headings, bold text, lists, and code blocks for better readability.

Does this skill require Things 3 for Mac?

Yes, this skill is designed specifically to interact with the Things 3 desktop application for macOS via AppleScript and JXA.

How does the skill handle authentication with Things 3?

The skill uses the Things URL scheme and can be configured to retrieve auth tokens securely, including integration with 1Password for keychain access.

Things 3 Task Manager

Name: Things 3 Task Manager
Author: bendrucker

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Productivity & Workflow

Integrates Claude with the Things 3 Mac application to manage todos, projects, and personal productivity workflows.

About

This skill enables Claude to interact directly with the Things 3 task manager for macOS, providing a seamless bridge between your coding environment and personal organization. It allows users to create, read, update, and reorder tasks, projects, and areas using a combination of JavaScript for Automation (JXA) and the Things URL scheme. Whether you are conducting a daily review, capturing tasks during development, or organizing complex project hierarchies, this skill provides the tools to manage your professional and personal workflow without leaving the terminal.

Key Features

Custom scripts for reordering tasks and list items efficiently
Rich Markdown support for task notes including headings, links, and code blocks
Advanced list navigation for Inbox, Today, Anytime, and Upcoming views
Full CRUD operations for tasks, projects, areas, and tags
Native macOS integration via JXA and secure URL scheme automation
5 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Capturing bug reports and feature ideas as tasks directly from the command line
Synchronizing project milestones and technical debt items with a personal task manager
Automating daily reviews and task prioritization during development sessions

About

Key Features

Custom scripts for reordering tasks and list items efficiently
Rich Markdown support for task notes including headings, links, and code blocks
Advanced list navigation for Inbox, Today, Anytime, and Upcoming views
Full CRUD operations for tasks, projects, areas, and tags
Native macOS integration via JXA and secure URL scheme automation
5 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Capturing bug reports and feature ideas as tasks directly from the command line
Synchronizing project milestones and technical debt items with a personal task manager
Automating daily reviews and task prioritization during development sessions