A specialized skill for sending iMessages and SMS via the native macOS Messages app using automated AppleScript commands.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install send-imessage
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install send-imessage using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is iMessage for macOS?
The iMessage skill enables AI agents to interact directly with the macOS Messages application to send text-based communications. By leveraging AppleScript, this Openclaw Skills extension bridges the gap between local system automation and AI-driven workflows, allowing for hands-free messaging.
This tool is particularly effective for developers and power users who need to programmatically trigger notifications or personal messages without leaving their development environment. It supports a wide range of character sets, including English and Chinese, ensuring global compatibility for automated messaging tasks.
iMessage for macOS Use Cases
- Sending automated notifications or status updates to a mobile device via SMS.
- Triggering personal reminders to colleagues or family members through iMessage.
- Integrating messaging capabilities into larger AI-driven automation workflows on macOS.
- Managing multilingual communication by sending Chinese or English text programmatically.
How iMessage for macOS Works
- The agent identifies a messaging intent and extracts the recipient's phone number and the message body.
- The skill normalizes the contact data, ensuring the +1 prefix is applied for US-based phone numbers.
- A local osascript command is generated to target the application "Messages".
- The script activates the Messages app and uses the buddy object to deliver the specified string.
- The system returns a confirmation or error log based on the execution of the AppleScript.
iMessage for macOS Setup
To utilize this within your Openclaw Skills library, ensure your macOS environment is properly configured:
- Ensure you are logged into iMessage/FaceTime on your Mac.
- Grant necessary permissions: Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security > Accessibility and ensure your terminal or AI host is allowed to control your computer.
- Test the bridge manually using this bash command:
osascript << 'EOF'
tell application "Messages"
activate
send "Test Message" to buddy "+1YOURNUMBER"
end tell
EOF
iMessage for macOS Data Schema & Taxonomy
The iMessage skill processes data through a simple but strict schema to ensure delivery reliability:
| Attribute | Format | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Recipient | E.164 String | Phone number must include the +1 country code for US destinations. |
| Message | UTF-8 String | Supports plain text, emojis, and international characters (e.g., Chinese). |
| Protocol | AppleScript | Uses the internal buddy method of the macOS Messages dictionary. |
iMessage for macOS Advanced Features
- Multi-language Support: Seamlessly handles UTF-8 encoded text for international messaging.
- Native Integration: Operates through the official macOS Messages app, maintaining a synced history across all your Apple devices.
- Workflow Extensibility: Can be combined with other Openclaw Skills to send alerts based on CLI tool outputs or cloud deployment statuses.
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