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himalaya

Manage emails via IMAP/SMTP from the terminal with Himalaya CLI.

Updated Feb 15, 2026
Search Tags:#productivity#cli#email#terminal#smtp#imap
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/badbsallyy/openclaw-source-code --skill himalaya-badbsallyy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: himalaya
Source: https://github.com/badbsallyy/openclaw-source-code/tree/main/openclaw-sourcecode.zip/skills/himalaya
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/badbsallyy/openclaw-source-code --skill himalaya-badbsallyy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a powerful command-line interface for managing your emails, allowing you to perform common email operations directly from your terminal without needing a graphical client.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Email Management: List, read, write, reply, forward, search, and organize emails.
  • Multi-Account Support: Seamlessly manage multiple email accounts.
  • Terminal-Based Workflow: Ideal for developers and power users who prefer working in the terminal.
  • Use Case: Quickly search for an email from a specific sender, reply to it, and then archive it, all within a single terminal session.

Quick Start

Use himalaya to list all envelopes in your inbox.

Frequently Asked Questions about himalaya

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage emails from the terminal using IMAP and SMTP?▼

Terminal-based email management uses a command-line interface to connect to IMAP and SMTP servers. This allows you to read, write, and search emails directly without launching a graphical client.

Can I manage multiple email accounts from a single CLI?▼

Yes, terminal email clients can support managing multiple email accounts seamlessly. You can configure several account credentials to switch between inboxes and handle messages for different addresses within a single session.

How do I search and reply to emails without leaving the command line?▼

You can search and reply to emails by executing specific CLI commands to query your inbox and generate responses. This workflow supports searching for messages from specific senders and replying to them interactively.

Do I need to install a separate binary to use a CLI email client?▼

Yes, using a CLI email client requires installing its specific binary on your system. You must install the executable and configure it with your account credentials before managing your emails from the terminal.

What is the best way to compose emails in a terminal environment?▼

The best way to compose emails in a terminal is using a CLI that supports message composition formats like MML. This allows you to draft and send structured emails directly from the command line interface.

Are CLI email clients suitable for organizing large inboxes?▼

CLI email clients are suitable for organizing inboxes by allowing you to quickly search, sort, and archive messages. They are ideal for power users who need efficient keyboard-driven workflows over graphical interfaces.

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