himalaya

Manage IMAP/SMTP email accounts from the terminal with JSON output.

3|Updated Apr 21, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/DarkArty07/Aether-Agents --skill himalaya-darkarty07

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Skill: himalaya
Source: https://github.com/DarkArty07/Aether-Agents/tree/main/home/skills/email/himalaya
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DarkArty07/Aether-Agents --skill himalaya-darkarty07

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the need for GUI email clients by enabling full email management (reading, sending, organizing) directly from the terminal, perfect for users who prefer command-line workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

IMAP/SMTP Support: Securely read, search, send, and organize emails across multiple personal or work accounts.
Rich Content Composition: Create emails with attachments, inline images, and HTML formatting using MML syntax.
Use Case: Quickly send a follow-up email with an attached project report to your team, or search your inbox for all unread messages from a key client about an ongoing project.

Quick Start

Use the himalaya skill to send a new email to your project team with the attached Q3 report and a brief summary of recent milestones.

Frequently Asked Questions about himalaya

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

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How do I manage IMAP email accounts directly from the terminal?▼

You can manage IMAP email accounts directly from the terminal by using the himalaya CLI tool to read, search, send, and organize emails without needing a GUI client. It supports secure credential storage and multiple accounts.

Can I send emails with attachments and inline content using a command line interface?▼

Yes, you can send emails with attachments and inline content using a command line interface. The himalaya tool supports rich content composition, allowing you to create messages with HTML formatting and inline images using MML syntax.

What is the best way to automate SMTP email tasks in an agent workflow?▼

The best way to automate SMTP email tasks in an agent workflow is to use a CLI tool that provides structured JSON output for programmatic parsing. Himalaya enables integration with agent workflows for automated email sending and searching.

Does terminal-based email management support searching across multiple personal and work accounts?▼

Yes, terminal-based email management supports searching across multiple personal and work accounts. You can securely read, search, send, and organize emails across all configured IMAP and SMTP accounts directly from your command line.

How do I securely store email credentials for a CLI email client?▼

To securely store email credentials for a CLI email client, you need a tool that satisfies secure credential storage requirements. Himalaya ensures your IMAP and SMTP account credentials are safely managed for terminal-based access.