himalaya

Manage IMAP/SMTP email accounts from the terminal with Himalaya CLI.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PotLock/foxfang --skill himalaya-potlock
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Skill: himalaya
Source: https://github.com/PotLock/foxfang/tree/main/skills/himalaya
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PotLock/foxfang --skill himalaya-potlock

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

CLI-powered email management that keeps all email tasks within the terminal, enabling direct access to IMAP/SMTP without leaving your workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-account email management via IMAP/SMTP backends
  • List, read, write, reply, forward, and search messages with a unified CLI
  • Compose messages using MML and send via configured backends (IMAP/SMTP)

Quick Start

Run Himalaya to start configuring your IMAP/SMTP accounts and begin managing your emails 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 multiple IMAP and SMTP accounts from the terminal?

You can manage multiple IMAP and SMTP accounts from the terminal by configuring your credentials in a config file and using a CLI to list, read, reply to, and forward emails across all configured accounts.

Can I compose and send emails using MML via a command line interface?

Yes, you can compose emails using MML via a command line interface. The CLI allows you to write messages locally and send them through your configured SMTP backends directly from the terminal.

What do I need to set up before using a CLI email client for IMAP and SMTP?

Before using a CLI email client for IMAP and SMTP, you need the CLI binary installed on your system, a configuration file set up in your config directory, and valid IMAP and SMTP credentials for each email account.

Does terminal-based email management support searching messages across accounts?

Terminal-based email management supports searching messages across accounts. You can query and find specific emails directly from the CLI without leaving your terminal workflow.

What is the best way to read and reply to emails without leaving the terminal?

The best way to read and reply to emails without leaving the terminal is using a CLI that interfaces directly with IMAP and SMTP protocols, allowing you to list, read, and respond to messages within your existing command line workflow.