himalaya

Manage emails via IMAP and SMTP from the command line.

Updated Jul 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kolbick/Kolb-Bot --skill himalaya-kolbick
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Skill: himalaya
Source: https://github.com/kolbick/Kolb-Bot/tree/main/skills/himalaya
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kolbick/Kolb-Bot --skill himalaya-kolbick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines email management by allowing users to perform all common email operations directly from the command line, eliminating the need to switch to a graphical client for everyday tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Email Operations: List, read, write, reply, forward, search, move, copy, and delete emails.
  • Multi-Account Support: Manage multiple email accounts (IMAP/SMTP) from a single interface.
  • Use Case: Quickly search for all emails from a specific sender, reply to a message, and archive it, all without leaving your terminal.

Quick Start

Use the himalaya skill to list all 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?

You can manage emails from the terminal by using a command-line interface that connects via IMAP and SMTP protocols. This allows you to list, read, write, reply, forward, search, and organize messages without a graphical client.

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

Yes, you can manage multiple email accounts from a single command line interface. The tool supports configuring and switching between multiple IMAP and SMTP accounts for efficient terminal-based workflows.

What email operations can I perform without leaving the command line?

Without leaving the command line, you can perform comprehensive email operations including listing, reading, writing, replying, forwarding, searching, moving, copying, and deleting emails across your configured accounts.

How do I search and archive emails directly in my terminal?

To search and archive emails in your terminal, you use specific command-line flags to query messages by sender or content, then execute move or copy commands to archive them, streamlining your workflow.

Does terminal email management work for users who prefer CLI workflows over graphical clients?

Yes, terminal email management works perfectly for users who prefer CLI workflows. It eliminates the need to switch to a graphical client for everyday tasks, enabling efficient email handling directly from the command line.