himalaya

Manage emails via IMAP and SMTP using Himalaya CLI commands.

2|Updated Mar 10, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #email #terminal #smtp #imap #mail management

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npx skills add https://github.com/caoronglin/copaw-skills --skill himalaya-caoronglin

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Skill: himalaya
Source: https://github.com/caoronglin/copaw-skills/tree/main/skills/himalaya
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/caoronglin/copaw-skills --skill himalaya-caoronglin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to manage your emails directly from the command line, eliminating the need to open a separate email client for common tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

List and Read Emails: View your inbox, specific folders, and read email content.
Search Emails: Find emails based on sender, subject, or keywords.
Organize Emails: Move or copy emails between folders, and manage flags.
Use Case: Quickly check your inbox for new messages, search for a specific email from a colleague about a meeting, and archive old conversations without leaving your terminal.

Quick Start

Use the himalaya skill to list all envelopes in the 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?▼

You can manage emails from the terminal by using a command-line interface that connects via IMAP and SMTP protocols. This allows you to list, read, search, and delete emails without opening a separate email client.

Can I search and organize emails via command line?▼

Yes, you can search emails via command line by sender, subject, or keywords, and organize them by moving or copying emails between folders and managing flags.

Do I need to install the Himalaya CLI tool to use this Skill?▼

Yes, you need to install the Himalaya CLI tool and configure it with your account credentials before using this Skill to manage emails via IMAP and SMTP.

Does this command line email tool support multiple accounts and attachments?▼

Yes, this command line email tool supports managing flags and attachments across multiple accounts, allowing you to handle various email operations directly via IMAP and SMTP.

What is the best way to check an inbox from the command line?▼

The best way to check an inbox from the command line is using a CLI tool that lists envelopes in the inbox via IMAP, letting you quickly read and archive messages without leaving your terminal.