himalaya

Manage email accounts via IMAP/SMTP from a terminal interface.

Updated Feb 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dioerden/OpenClaw-Flash-Vault --skill himalaya-dioerden
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Skill: himalaya
Source: https://github.com/dioerden/OpenClaw-Flash-Vault/tree/main/skills/himalaya
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dioerden/OpenClaw-Flash-Vault --skill himalaya-dioerden

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires himalaya, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies email management by allowing users to interact with their email accounts directly from the terminal, streamlining operations like listing, reading, writing, and organizing emails.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Email Management: Handle emails using IMAP/SMTP via the terminal.
  • Multiple Accounts: Support for managing multiple email accounts.
  • Message Composition: Compose emails using MML (MIME Meta Language).
  • Use Case: Efficiently manage personal and work emails, compose complex messages, and organize email folders from the command line.

Quick Start

Use the himalaya command to list emails in your INBOX.

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 emails from the terminal using IMAP and SMTP?

Email management from the terminal is possible using the himalaya CLI, which connects to your email accounts via IMAP and SMTP protocols to list, read, write, and organize messages directly from the command line.

Can I handle multiple email accounts in the terminal?

Yes, terminal email management supports handling multiple email accounts simultaneously. You can efficiently manage both personal and work emails, compose complex messages, and organize folders across different accounts from the command line.

How do I compose complex emails from the command line?

You can compose complex emails from the command line using MML (MIME Meta Language). This allows you to write and format intricate messages with attachments and rich content directly through the terminal interface.

What do I need to set up before using a CLI email client?

Before using a CLI email client, you need the Himalaya CLI installed and proper email credentials configured. This setup enables the terminal interface to authenticate and interact with your IMAP and SMTP servers for email operations.

Does terminal email management work without a graphical interface?

Yes, terminal email management works entirely without a graphical interface. By using the himalaya command, you can list emails in your INBOX, read messages, and organize folders directly from a text-based terminal environment.