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email-read

Query Gmail emails locally via CLI using the obk db gmail workflow.

4|2|Updated Feb 26, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#search#offline#gmail#query#local#emails
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill email-read
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: email-read
Source: https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit/tree/main/skills/email-read
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill email-read

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Quickly locate and read Gmail messages from your local machine using a lightweight CLI interface, reducing inbox clutter and context switching.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local Gmail search: query messages from one or many accounts stored in a portable local database.
  • Read and inspect conversations: preview subjects, senders, dates, and snippet bodies for fast triage.
  • Audit and reference: generate quick summaries for reporting or compliance reviews.

Quick Start

Query synced Gmail emails using obk db gmail commands.

Frequently Asked Questions about email-read

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search Gmail messages locally from the command line?▼

Search Gmail messages locally by querying a portable local database via CLI commands. This allows you to locate and read inbox content, preview conversations, and audit activity across accounts without a browser.

Can I read and preview Gmail conversations offline?▼

Read Gmail conversations offline by querying a locally accessible Gmail data store. You can preview subjects, senders, dates, and snippet bodies for fast triage and compliance reviews without an active internet connection.

Do I need a specific database setup to query Gmail emails via CLI?▼

Querying Gmail emails via CLI requires the obk db gmail workflow and a locally accessible Gmail data store with read permissions. This setup enables offline search and message inspection across one or multiple accounts.

How do I audit Gmail activity across multiple accounts?▼

Audit Gmail activity across multiple accounts by querying synced email data stored in a local database. Generate quick summaries of conversations, senders, and dates for reporting or compliance reviews directly from the CLI.

What is the best way to triage Gmail inbox clutter without a browser?▼

Triage Gmail inbox clutter by using a lightweight CLI interface to query synced emails locally. Quickly locate specific messages, inspect snippet bodies, and read conversation details without context switching.

Does this CLI Gmail search tool work with the obk db gmail workflow?▼

Yes, this CLI Gmail search tool operates using the obk db gmail commands. It queries the locally synced Gmail data store to read inbox content and locate conversations efficiently.

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