himalaya

Name: himalaya
Availability: InStock
Author: karaabd23-crypto

Manage emails via IMAP/SMTP from the terminal with MML-based composing.

1|Updated Apr 23, 2026

Search Tags:#terminal #smtp #himalaya #MML #notmuch #imap #email-cli

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npx skills add https://github.com/karaabd23-crypto/openclaw --skill himalaya-karaabd23-crypto

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Skill: himalaya
Source: https://github.com/karaabd23-crypto/openclaw/tree/main/skills/himalaya
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/karaabd23-crypto/openclaw --skill himalaya-karaabd23-crypto

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Himalaya provides a fast, command-line interface to manage emails by connecting to IMAP/SMTP backends, enabling you to read, compose, and organize messages without leaving the terminal.

Core Features & Use Cases

List, read, write, reply, forward, and search messages across multiple accounts and backends (IMAP/SMTP, Notmuch, Sendmail).
Multi-account support and MML-based composition streamline daily email workflows.
Use cases include quickly triaging new messages, preparing replies, and archiving conversations from a single, local interface.

Quick Start

Install Himalaya, configure your IMAP/SMTP accounts, and start managing your inbox from the terminal.

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?▼

You can manage emails from the terminal by connecting to IMAP and SMTP backends, enabling you to read, compose, and organize messages without a graphical interface.

Can I handle multiple email accounts from a single command line interface?▼

Yes, command line email management supports multiple accounts, allowing you to list, read, and search messages across various configured IMAP and SMTP backends simultaneously.

How do I compose and reply to emails via a terminal email client?▼

You compose and reply to emails using MML-based composition, streamlining the preparation and sending of messages directly through Sendmail or SMTP backends.

Does terminal email management work with Notmuch for searching messages?▼

Yes, Notmuch is supported as a backend, allowing you to perform fast, local searches across your emails alongside standard IMAP and SMTP protocols.

What are the limitations of using a CLI email client for daily workflows?▼

A CLI email client requires a terminal environment and compatible IMAP, SMTP, Notmuch, or Sendmail backends, limiting usage to text-based interfaces without graphical elements.