gmail-label

Label Gmail inbox messages into Action Required, Waiting On, and Reference groups.

1|Updated Apr 10, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #inbox #gmail #triage #labeling #google api

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/ezjonline/ezj-automations --skill gmail-label-ezjonline

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gmail-label
Source: https://github.com/ezjonline/ezj-automations/tree/main/skills/gmail-label
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ezjonline/ezj-automations --skill gmail-label-ezjonline

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python-dotenv, google-auth, google-api-python-client, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the manual burden of reading inbox messages one by one and deciding how to label them, helping you organize Gmail quickly and consistently.

Core Features & Use Cases

Fetch and summarize mail from a Gmail account as compact JSON for classification.
Split and parallelize work so multiple subagents can classify messages at the same time.
Merge and apply labels in bulk for Action Required, Waiting On, and Reference categories.
Use case: Triage a busy inbox after time away by separating customer requests, pending replies, and informational newsletters in one pass.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to triage the selected Gmail account’s inbox into Action Required, Waiting On, and Reference labels.

Frequently Asked Questions about gmail-label

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automatically triage a Gmail inbox into categories?▼

Gmail inbox triage works by fetching messages through the Google API, classifying their content, and applying labels like Action Required, Waiting On, and Reference in bulk. This automates the manual burden of reading and sorting emails one by one.

Can I use the Google API to batch fetch and classify Gmail messages?▼

Yes, the Google API supports batch fetching Gmail messages for classification. Scripts retrieve inbox messages as compact JSON, allowing parallel subagents to process and classify the emails before applying labels in bulk.

Do I need python-dotenv and google-auth to set up Gmail labeling automation?▼

Yes, python-dotenv and google-auth are required dependencies to run this Gmail labeling automation. They manage environment variables and handle Gmail API authentication alongside google-api-python-client.

What's the best way to organize Gmail for sales follow-up and support backlogs?▼

The best way to organize Gmail for sales follow-up and support backlogs is using Action Required and Waiting On labels. This separates pending replies from customer requests needing immediate action, streamlining inbox cleanup workflows.

How does splitting and parallelizing work for Gmail message classification?▼

Splitting work for Gmail message classification allows multiple subagents to process emails simultaneously. After parallel classification finishes, results are merged together to apply labels in bulk, significantly speeding up inbox triage.

When should I not use automated Gmail labeling for inbox cleanup?▼

You should avoid automated Gmail labeling when your inbox cleanup needs highly custom or nuanced sorting beyond Action Required, Waiting On, and Reference categories. This bulk triage approach suits standard organization workflows, not complex filtering rules.