# AppleScript Support

Control LookAway with AppleScript commands.

LookAway supports AppleScript so you can control it programmatically or trigger actions using apps like Shortcuts, Alfred, Raycast, or your own scripts.

Use these commands to start breaks, pause/resume work mode, postpone breaks, or open settings.

## Available AppleScript Commands

All commands require **LookAway 1.11.3 or later.**

### Start Next Break

Begins the next scheduled break immediately.

```applescript
tell application "LookAway" to start next break
```

### Start Long Break

Forces the start of a long break, regardless of schedule.

```applescript
tell application "LookAway" to start long break
```

### Pause Work Mode

Pauses LookAway’s reminders and scheduled breaks.

```applescript
tell application "LookAway" to pause
```

### Pause Temporarily

Pauses LookAway for a specific number of seconds.

```applescript
tell application "LookAway" to pause temporarily for 600 -- pauses for 10 minutes
```

### Postpone Break

Postpones the upcoming break by a specified number of seconds.

```applescript
tell application "LookAway" to postpone break by 300 -- delays by 5 minutes
```

### Resume Work Mode

Resumes LookAway after being paused or postponed.

```applescript
tell application "LookAway" to resume
```

### Open Settings

Opens the LookAway settings window.

```applescript
tell application "LookAway" to open settings
```

## Tips

- You can combine these commands with `do shell script`, `cron`, or third-party automation tools.
- Use in tandem with LookAway’s Automations to create powerful workflows.
- **All commands require that LookAway is running.**

Looking for more? Check out [Automations](/content/docs/automations/index.html) to trigger Shortcuts and scripts during breaks.