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gws-gmail-send

Send Gmail emails from the command line with attachments and flags.

Updated Jun 7, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#authentication#cli#email#gmail#send
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vikingokft/vikingo-studio-skills --skill gws-gmail-send-vikingokft
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gws-gmail-send
Source: https://github.com/vikingokft/vikingo-studio-skills/tree/main/google/gws-gmail-send
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vikingokft/vikingo-studio-skills --skill gws-gmail-send-vikingokft

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automate sending emails from Gmail directly from the command line, reducing manual steps and enabling scripted notifications and reports.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Send emails from the CLI with recipients, subject, body, and optional attachments, CC, and BCC.
  • Support HTML bodies and send-as aliases to accommodate different workflows.
  • Save as draft if you want to review before sending, and integrate with gws-shared authentication.

Quick Start

Invoke the gmail +send action with the required recipient, subject, and body to dispatch an email.

Frequently Asked Questions about gws-gmail-send

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I send an email from the command line using Gmail?▼

You can automate sending Gmail messages from the CLI by invoking the send action with --to, --subject, and --body flags, including optional --attach, --cc, --bcc, --html, and --draft parameters for advanced workflows.

Can I send emails with attachments and HTML bodies via CLI automation?▼

Yes, CLI email automation supports sending HTML formatted content using the --html flag and including file attachments using the --attach flag, allowing you to compose rich messages with files directly from your scripts.

Does sending Gmail messages from the CLI require authentication?▼

Yes, sending Gmail messages from the CLI requires authentication, which is enforced through the gws-shared module to securely verify your account before dispatching any automated emails or drafts.

What is the best way to automate scripted Gmail notifications and reports?▼

Automating scripted Gmail notifications and reports is best handled by invoking the CLI send action within your scripts, passing dynamic values to --to, --subject, and --body flags to dispatch routine communications automatically.

Can I save a Gmail message as a draft from the CLI instead of sending it?▼

Yes, you can save a Gmail message as a draft from the CLI by using the --draft flag, allowing you to compose the recipient list, subject, body, and attachments for later review before final dispatch.

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