himalaya

Manage emails via IMAP/SMTP from a command-line interface.

Updated Jan 26, 2026

Search Tags:#productivity #cli #email #terminal #smtp #imap

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and 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, search, reply, forward, and compose emails.
Account Management: Supports multiple email accounts and configurations.
Attachments: Download and manage email attachments.
Use Case: Quickly search your inbox for emails from a specific sender, reply to a message, or compose a new email, all without leaving your terminal.

Quick Start

Use the himalaya skill to list emails 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?▼

You can manage emails from the terminal using a command-line interface that communicates via IMAP and SMTP protocols to list, read, write, and search messages across multiple accounts.

Can I compose and forward emails with attachments without a graphical client?▼

Yes, you can compose and forward emails with attachments without a graphical client by utilizing MIME Meta Language for message composition and attachment handling directly in the terminal.

Does this command-line email tool support multiple account configurations?▼

Yes, the command-line email tool supports multiple account configurations, allowing you to switch contexts and manage emails across separate IMAP and SMTP server profiles.

What is the best way to search an inbox for emails from a specific sender in the terminal?▼

The best way to search an inbox for emails from a specific sender in the terminal is using the built-in search operations to filter and retrieve matching messages over IMAP.

Are there limitations to using a CLI email client compared to a graphical interface?▼

A CLI email client lacks a graphical interface, meaning you rely entirely on text commands for operations like downloading attachments and organizing folders, which requires familiarity with terminal workflows.