inbox

List email envelopes from the default inbox using the himalaya CLI.

3|4|Updated Feb 13, 2026

Search Tags:#email #inbox #read email #check email #list emails

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npx skills add https://github.com/Data-Wise/himalaya-mcp --skill inbox-data-wise

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Skill: inbox
Source: https://github.com/Data-Wise/himalaya-mcp/tree/main/himalaya-mcp-plugin/skills/inbox
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Data-Wise/himalaya-mcp --skill inbox-data-wise

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users quickly see what's new in their email inbox, making it easy to stay on top of communications without manually opening an email client.

Core Features & Use Cases

List recent emails: Displays a summary of the latest emails, including sender, subject, date, and flags.
Search inbox: Allows searching emails by subject.
Actionable summaries: Provides direct links or commands to read specific emails, triage the inbox, reply, copy to clipboard, or extract action items.
Use Case: A user wants to know if they have any urgent emails from their manager. They can use this skill to list the latest emails and quickly scan subjects for relevant messages.

Quick Start

List the last 10 emails in your inbox.

Frequently Asked Questions about inbox

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I check my recent emails from the command line?▼

To check recent emails from the command line, this Skill lists email envelopes from your default inbox using the himalaya CLI. It displays a summary table showing the sender, subject, date, and flags for your latest messages.

How do I search emails by subject in my inbox?▼

You can search emails by subject to find specific messages within your inbox. The Skill scans your recent inbox envelopes and filters the displayed summary table based on your provided subject keywords.

Can I extract action items from my emails without opening a mail client?▼

Yes, you can extract action items directly from your emails without opening a dedicated mail client. After listing your inbox envelopes, the Skill offers options to read specific emails and automatically pull out actionable tasks from the content.

How do I triage my inbox to organize incoming emails?▼

To triage your inbox, the Skill provides actionable summary options after listing your recent emails. You can select specific messages to read, reply, copy to clipboard, or extract action items for efficient inbox management.

Does this inbox management tool require the himalaya CLI?▼

Yes, this inbox management tool requires the himalaya CLI to function. It relies on the himalaya CLI backend to list email envelopes and retrieve sender, subject, date, and flag data from your default inbox.

What email details are displayed when I list my inbox messages?▼

When you list your inbox messages, the Skill displays a summary table of email envelopes. This table includes specific details such as the sender, subject, date, and flags for each recent email in your default inbox.