bird

Read, search, and post on X from the command line.

Updated Feb 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Nutopia13/geo-intelligence-vault --skill bird-nutopia13
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bird
Source: https://github.com/Nutopia13/geo-intelligence-vault/tree/main/skills/bird
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Nutopia13/geo-intelligence-vault --skill bird-nutopia13

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a CLI-based workflow to read/search/post on X (Twitter) using cookies or the Sweetistics API, enabling automation and integration into scripts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read timelines and search tweets from X.
  • Post tweets and replies, or thread conversations from the terminal.
  • Support authentication via browser cookies or Sweetistics API for secure automation.

Quick Start

bird whoami bird read <url-or-id> bird thread <url-or-id> bird search "query" -n 5

Posting (confirm with user first) bird tweet "text" bird reply <id-or-url> "text"

Frequently Asked Questions about bird

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate reading and posting on X from the command line?▼

You can automate reading and posting on X from the command line using the bird CLI, which supports reading timelines, searching tweets, and publishing posts through scriptable terminal commands.

Can I post tweets and thread conversations directly from the terminal?▼

Yes, you can post tweets and thread conversations directly from the terminal using commands like bird tweet and bird reply, enabling scriptable social media publishing without a browser interface.

Do I need browser cookies to authenticate with X for CLI automation?▼

You can authenticate with X using browser cookies or the Sweetistics API, providing flexible and secure authentication options for CLI-based automation and scripting.

How do I search tweets and read timelines from X without using the web interface?▼

You can search tweets and read timelines from X without the web interface by executing bird search and bird read commands in the terminal, returning results directly to your command line.

What prerequisites are needed to use a CLI for X automation?▼

To use a CLI for X automation, you need the external bird CLI installed on your system, network access to X, and authentication credentials configured via cookies or the Sweetistics API.

Is there a way to script social media management tasks for X using terminal commands?▼

Scripting social media management tasks for X is possible using terminal commands that read timelines, search tweets, and post content, making it suitable for developers and social media managers needing automated workflows.