apple-mediaControl Apple TV, HomePod, and AirPlay devices via pyatv (scan, stream, playback, volume, navigation).
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install aaronn/apple-mediaInstall pyatv via pipx (Python 3.13):
Install pyatv via pipx (Python 3.13)Requires:
Control Apple TV, HomePod, and AirPlay devices from the command line using atvremote.
--python python3.13 (or any version ≤3.13) when installing.~/.local/bin isn't on your PATH after install, run: pipx ensurepathpython3.13 -m pyatv.scripts.atvremote atvremote scan
atvremote --scan-hosts 10.0.0.50 scan # Scan specific IP (faster)
atvremote --scan-hosts 10.0.0.50,10.0.0.51 scan # Multiple IPsReturns all discoverable Apple TV, HomePod, and AirPlay devices on the local network with their names, addresses, protocols, and pairing status.
Use -n (device name), -s (address), or -i (identifier) to target:
atvremote -n "Kitchen" <command>
atvremote -s 10.0.0.50 <command>
atvremote -i AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF <command>atvremote -n "Kitchen" playing # Now playing info (title, artist, album, position, etc.)
atvremote -n "Kitchen" play # Resume playback
atvremote -n "Kitchen" pause # Pause playback (resumable with play)
atvremote -n "Kitchen" play_pause # Toggle play/pause
atvremote -n "Kitchen" stop # Stop playback (ends session, cannot resume)
atvremote -n "Kitchen" next # Next track
atvremote -n "Kitchen" previous # Previous track
atvremote -n "Kitchen" skip_forward # Skip forward (~10-30s, app-dependent)
atvremote -n "Kitchen" skip_backward # Skip backward (~10-30s, app-dependent)
atvremote -n "Kitchen" skip_forward=30 # Skip forward specific seconds
atvremote -n "Kitchen" set_position=120 # Seek to position (seconds)
atvremote -n "Kitchen" set_shuffle=Songs # Shuffle: Off, Songs, Albums
atvremote -n "Kitchen" set_repeat=All # Repeat: Off, Track, Allatvremote -n "Kitchen" volume # Get current volume (0-100)
atvremote -n "Kitchen" set_volume=50 # Set volume (0-100)
atvremote -n "Kitchen" volume_up # Step up (~2.5%)
atvremote -n "Kitchen" volume_down # Step down (~2.5%)Stream local files or URLs to a device:
atvremote -n "Kitchen" stream_file=/path/to/audio.mp3 # Local file
atvremote -n "Kitchen" play_url=http://example.com/stream.mp3 # Remote URLSupports common audio formats (MP3, WAV, AAC, FLAC, etc.).
atvremote -n "Apple TV" power_state # Check power state
atvremote -n "Apple TV" turn_on # Wake device
atvremote -n "Apple TV" turn_off # Sleep deviceatvremote -n "Apple TV" up # D-pad up
atvremote -n "Apple TV" down # D-pad down
atvremote -n "Apple TV" left # D-pad left
atvremote -n "Apple TV" right # D-pad right
atvremote -n "Apple TV" select # Press select/enter
atvremote -n "Apple TV" menu # Back/menu button
atvremote -n "Apple TV" home # Home button
atvremote -n "Apple TV" home_hold # Long press home (app switcher)
atvremote -n "Apple TV" top_menu # Go to main menu
atvremote -n "Apple TV" control_center # Open control center
atvremote -n "Apple TV" guide # Show EPG/guide
atvremote -n "Apple TV" channel_up # Next channel
atvremote -n "Apple TV" channel_down # Previous channel
atvremote -n "Apple TV" screensaver # Activate screensaverWhen a text field is focused:
atvremote -n "Apple TV" text_get # Get current text
atvremote -n "Apple TV" text_set="search query" # Replace text
atvremote -n "Apple TV" text_append=" more" # Append text
atvremote -n "Apple TV" text_clear # Clear textatvremote -n "Apple TV" app_list # List installed apps
atvremote -n "Apple TV" launch_app=com.apple.TVMusic # Launch by bundle ID or URLManage connected audio outputs (e.g. grouping HomePods):
atvremote -n "Apple TV" output_devices # List current output device IDs
atvremote -n "Apple TV" add_output_devices=<device_id> # Add speaker to group
atvremote -n "Apple TV" remove_output_devices=<device_id> # Remove from group
atvremote -n "Apple TV" set_output_devices=<device_id> # Set specific output(s)Watch for real-time playback changes:
atvremote -n "Kitchen" push_updates # Prints updates as they occur (ENTER to stop)Some devices (especially Apple TV) require pairing before control:
atvremote -n "Living Room" pair # Pair (follow PIN prompt)
atvremote -n "Living Room" --protocol airplay pair # Pair specific protocol
atvremote wizard # Interactive guided setupCredentials are stored automatically in ~/.pyatv.conf after pairing.
atvremote -n "Kitchen" device_info # Model, OS version, MAC
atvremote -n "Kitchen" features # List all supported features
atvremote -n "Kitchen" app # Current app playing mediapause/play to suspend and resume. stop ends the session entirely — playback must be restarted from the source (Siri, Home app, etc.)playing command shows media type, title, artist, position, shuffle/repeat state--scan-hosts for faster targeting when you know the device IPGenerated Mar 1, 2026
Homeowners can centralize control of Apple TV, HomePod, and AirPlay devices across rooms for seamless audio and video playback. This enables synchronized music streaming, volume adjustments, and power management via command-line scripts, ideal for home automation setups.
Hotels or vacation rentals can use this skill to manage in-room Apple TVs and HomePods for guests, allowing staff to remotely control playback, adjust volumes, and troubleshoot devices without physical access, enhancing guest experience and operational efficiency.
Retail stores or event venues can stream promotional content or background music to multiple AirPlay devices, with commands to play, pause, or switch tracks based on schedules or real-time needs, ensuring consistent audio branding and management.
IT departments in offices or schools can monitor and control Apple media devices on the network, using scan features to identify devices, check status, and perform remote maintenance like updates or troubleshooting via playback and navigation commands.
Developers or testers working on media apps can automate interactions with Apple TV for QA, using navigation, app launching, and text input commands to simulate user actions and validate functionality in a controlled environment.
Offer a managed service where businesses pay a monthly fee for automated media control scripts, including scheduled playback, volume adjustments, and device monitoring. Revenue comes from subscription tiers based on device count and feature access.
Provide consulting services to help clients integrate this skill into their existing smart home or business systems, with revenue from one-time setup fees and ongoing support contracts for customization and troubleshooting.
Bundle the skill with compatible hardware like Apple TVs or HomePods for resale to businesses or consumers, offering pre-configured packages with installation support. Revenue is generated from hardware sales and optional service add-ons.
💬 Integration Tip
Ensure Python 3.13 or lower is installed to avoid compatibility issues, and use the scan feature to verify device connectivity before implementing commands in scripts.
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