inbox-cleanup

Archive and triage email inboxes with a multi-pass pattern-based cleanup pipeline.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vellum-ai/vellum-assistant --skill inbox-cleanup
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Skill: inbox-cleanup
Source: https://github.com/vellum-ai/vellum-assistant/tree/main/skills/inbox-cleanup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vellum-ai/vellum-assistant --skill inbox-cleanup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps you reclaim time by performing a high-recall, multi-pass inbox cleanup that surfaces important messages and filters out noise. It uses subject-pattern queries rather than sole sender-based scans to catch more archivable emails and provides urgency triage, classification signals, and post-cleanup filter setup.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pattern-based query pipeline to identify archivable messages with high recall
  • Urgency triage signals surfaced before bulk actions
  • Phase-based cleanup passes with per-pass counts and sample subjects
  • Post-cleanup filter setup to prevent re-accumulation and maintain inbox hygiene
  • Audit-friendly workflow with run IDs and resumable operations

Quick Start

Configure your preferences (aggressiveness, age threshold, and keep list) and start the inbox cleanup.

Frequently Asked Questions about inbox-cleanup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate inbox cleanup for thousands of emails?

Inbox cleanup automation uses a multi-pass, pattern-based pipeline to archive and triage large email volumes. It applies subject-pattern queries to identify archivable messages across connected providers, surfacing urgent items before executing bulk actions.

How does pattern-based email triage work compared to sender-based filtering?

Pattern-based email triage uses subject-pattern queries rather than solely scanning senders to identify archivable messages with high recall. This approach catches more noise across large inboxes and classifies messages before applying filters or archiving them.

Can I run a dry-run before bulk archiving emails?

You can run a dry-run for bulk archiving emails. The cleanup workflow supports dry-run options, per-pass runtimes, and sampling with sample subjects shown before executing actions.

Does automated inbox cleanup work with any email provider?

Automated inbox cleanup works across any connected email provider. The pattern-based cleanup pipeline applies universally once your email connection is established, customizing aggressiveness and age thresholds for that provider.

How do I prevent emails from piling up after cleaning my inbox?

To prevent emails from piling up after cleaning your inbox, use the post-cleanup filter setup feature. It configures ongoing filters that maintain inbox hygiene and stop archivable messages from re-accumulating.

What are the limitations of automated email triage for ongoing inbox management?

Automated email triage requires configuring VIP keep lists and aggressiveness levels to avoid over-archiving. While resumable with run IDs for auditability, it is a periodic cleanup pipeline rather than a continuous real-time filter replacement.