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gws-workflow-email-to-task

Converts Gmail messages into Google Tasks entries using subject and snippet.

Updated Apr 6, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#gmail#google-tasks#gws#email-to-task
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cellarwood/figurio --skill gws-workflow-email-to-task-cellarwood
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gws-workflow-email-to-task
Source: https://github.com/cellarwood/figurio/tree/main/skills/gws-workflow-email-to-task
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cellarwood/figurio --skill gws-workflow-email-to-task-cellarwood

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Convert individual Gmail messages into actionable Google Tasks so important follow-ups and requests don't get lost in the inbox. This eliminates manual copy-paste work and ensures email-driven actions are tracked in your task list.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Email → Task Conversion: Reads an email subject as the task title and the message snippet as notes.
  • Targeted Tasklist: Optionally place the new task in a specific tasklist or use the default list.
  • Use Cases: Create follow-up tasks from customer emails, convert internal requests into tracked tasks, or turn meeting invites into reminders.
  • Safety: Built to prompt for user confirmation before creating tasks to avoid accidental changes.

Quick Start

Use the gws workflow +email-to-task command with the Gmail message ID to create a Google Tasks entry using the email subject as the title and the snippet as notes.

Frequently Asked Questions about gws-workflow-email-to-task

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn a Gmail message into a Google Tasks entry?▼

To turn a Gmail message into a Google Tasks entry, use the gws workflow command with a valid Gmail message ID. It sets the email subject as the task title and the message snippet as notes.

Can I put an email-to-task conversion in a specific Google Tasks list?▼

Yes, you can specify a target tasklist identifier when converting an email. If omitted, the workflow places the new task in your default Google Tasks list.

Do I need gws CLI access to create tasks from Gmail?▼

Yes, you need authenticated gws CLI access to create tasks from Gmail. This workflow relies on the CLI to read your email messages and create entries in Google Tasks.

Does the workflow ask for confirmation before creating a task from an email?▼

Yes, the workflow prompts for user confirmation before creating a task. This safety mechanism prevents accidental changes to your Google Tasks lists.

What is the best way to track email follow-ups in Google Workspace?▼

The best way to track email follow-ups in Google Workspace is converting Gmail messages into tracked tasks. This captures the subject and snippet so requests don't get lost in your inbox.

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