himalaya

Manage email via IMAP/SMTP from the terminal with multi-account support.

150|25|Updated Apr 20, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #configuration #email #smtp #himalaya #notmuch #imap

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npx skills add https://github.com/Devsoul2026/Hermes-One-Click --skill himalaya-devsoul2026

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Skill: himalaya
Source: https://github.com/Devsoul2026/Hermes-One-Click/tree/main/hermes-agent/skills/email/himalaya
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Devsoul2026/Hermes-One-Click --skill himalaya-devsoul2026

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Himalaya enables terminal-based management of email via IMAP/SMTP using a CLI, removing the need for GUI clients for common tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

List folders and read, compose, and send messages from the command line with templates.
Manage multiple accounts, Notmuch integration, and OAuth2 support for providers like Gmail and iCloud.
Use cases include personal email workflows, team inboxes, and portable setups without a GUI.

Quick Start

Install Himalaya and run the interactive account configure wizard to connect your email accounts.

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 email from the terminal?▼

This approach eliminates the need for GUI email clients by supporting common tasks like listing folders, reading, composing, and sending messages entirely via command line interfaces.

Can I configure multiple email accounts via IMAP and SMTP?▼

Multi-account workflows are supported, allowing you to manage several inboxes simultaneously by defining each account's connection settings within a configuration file.

Does CLI email management work with Gmail and iCloud OAuth2?▼

OAuth2 integration allows the CLI to authenticate with modern email providers safely, ensuring that access tokens are used instead of exposing your raw account credentials.

How do I integrate Notmuch for terminal email workflows?▼

Notmuch integration enhances your command line workflow by providing fast, full-text search and custom tagging across your downloaded email messages.

Do I need a GUI client to read and compose email?▼

Using a command line interface removes the dependency on graphical applications, allowing you to handle personal and team inboxes efficiently from any terminal environment.