gws-chat

Manage Google Chat spaces, messages, and members via the gws CLI.

7|2|Updated Jan 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/omriariav/workspace-cli --skill gws-chat
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Skill: gws-chat
Source: https://github.com/omriariav/workspace-cli/tree/main/skills/chat
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/omriariav/workspace-cli --skill gws-chat

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to interact with Google Chat directly from their command line, streamlining communication management and automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Space Management: List, create, update, and delete chat spaces.
  • Message Operations: Send, read, update, and delete messages within spaces.
  • Member & Reaction Handling: Manage space members and message reactions.
  • Use Case: An AI agent can use this skill to automatically post daily status updates to a specific project space, or to retrieve recent messages for a summary.

Quick Start

Use the gws-chat skill to list all your Google Chat spaces.

Frequently Asked Questions about gws-chat

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I send a message to a Google Chat space from the command line?

You can send a message to a Google Chat space from the command line using the gws-chat Skill and the gws CLI tool. It enables programmatic message operations, allowing you to automate sending text directly to specific spaces.

Can I automate Google Chat space management without a web browser?

Automating Google Chat space management is possible without a browser by using the gws-chat Skill. It provides a command-line interface to list, create, update, and delete chat spaces programmatically via the gws CLI tool.

What do I need to manage Google Chat spaces from my terminal?

To manage Google Chat spaces from your terminal, you need the gws CLI tool and proper Google Workspace authentication. The gws-chat Skill provides the command-line interface to interact with the Chat API once authenticated.

Is there a CLI tool for retrieving Google Chat messages to generate a summary?

The gws-chat Skill is a CLI tool for retrieving Google Chat messages to generate a summary. It allows an AI agent or user to read recent messages within spaces programmatically, which can then be processed for summarization.

What are the limitations of managing Google Chat members via a CLI?

Managing Google Chat members via the gws-chat CLI allows you to handle space members and message reactions programmatically. However, it requires Google Workspace authentication and depends on the gws CLI tool for all member operations.