# Apple Desktop Automation

> Prepare macOS agents to work with Apple apps, local files, permissions, and desktop automation.

- Skill: `memi-design/apple-desktop-automation` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add memi-design/apple-desktop-automation`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/memi-design/apple-desktop-automation/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: memi-design (https://skillmd.com/u/memi-design)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/memi-design/apple-desktop-automation

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# Apple Desktop Automation

Prepare macOS agents to work with Apple apps, local files, permissions, and desktop automation.

## When to Use

Use this Note when a Memoire or Studio run needs macOS automation, Apple Notes, Reminders, iMessage, desktop app control.

## Workflow

1. Check Accessibility, Screen Recording, Automation, and file permissions before driving desktop apps.
2. Prefer app-specific CLIs or Shortcuts before using broad GUI automation.
3. Keep personal app access opt-in and scoped to the named task.
4. Capture screenshots or structured app output after important desktop actions.
5. Never run destructive desktop actions without a visible confirmation step.


## Sources

- https://support.apple.com/guide/shortcuts/welcome/mac
- https://support.apple.com/guide/terminal/welcome/mac
- https://hermes-agent.nousresearch.com/docs/reference/skills-catalog/