Best use case
imsg Actions is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
## Overview
Teams using imsg Actions should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/imsg/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How imsg Actions Compares
| Feature / Agent | imsg Actions | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
## Overview
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# imsg Actions ## Overview Use `imsg` to read and send Messages.app iMessage/SMS on macOS. Requirements: Messages.app signed in, Full Disk Access for your terminal, and Automation permission to control Messages.app for sending. ## Inputs to collect - Recipient handle (phone/email) for `send` - `chatId` for history/watch (from `imsg chats --limit 10 --json`) - `text` and optional `file` path for sends ## Actions ### List chats ```bash imsg chats --limit 10 --json ``` ### Fetch chat history ```bash imsg history --chat-id 1 --limit 20 --attachments --json ``` ### Watch a chat ```bash imsg watch --chat-id 1 --attachments ``` ### Send a message ```bash imsg send --to "+14155551212" --text "hi" --file /path/pic.jpg ``` ## Notes - `--service imessage|sms|auto` controls delivery. - Confirm recipient + message before sending. ## Ideas to try - Use `imsg chats --limit 10 --json` to discover chat ids. - Watch a high-signal chat to stream incoming messages.
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