AlarmKit

Framework for scheduling alarms and countdown timers with custom UI, Live Activities integration, and focus/silent mode override. Prevents the most common mistakes: using the wrong authorization property name, omitting the Info.plist key, and forgetting the widget extension for countdown presentations.

When This Skill Activates

Use this skill when the user:

• Asks to add, fix, or review alarm or timer functionality
• Mentions AlarmKit, AlarmManager, or AlarmPresentation
• Wants to schedule one-time, repeating, or countdown alarms
• Asks about snooze, stop, or repeat buttons on alarm alerts
• Wants alarms to appear on Dynamic Island or Lock Screen (Live Activities)
• Mentions overriding Focus or silent mode for alarms
• Asks about AlarmAttributes or AlarmMetadata

Decision Tree

Choose the right reference file based on what the user needs: