nylas-email

Automate email reading, composing, and organizing via the Nylas v3 API.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/matiacone/dotfiles --skill nylas-email
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Skill: nylas-email
Source: https://github.com/matiacone/dotfiles/tree/main/agents/.agents/skills/nylas-email
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/matiacone/dotfiles --skill nylas-email

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

The Nylas email integration provides a unified interface to read, send, manage drafts, and organize messages across providers via a single API, reducing development complexity and provider fragmentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read/list messages and threads across providers
  • Send messages with attachments, schedule sends, and manage drafts
  • Manage folders/labels, tracking, and contacts

Quick Start

Connect your Nylas grant by providing your grant_id and API key, then start reading and sending messages through the v3 API.

Frequently Asked Questions about nylas-email

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I send emails with attachments across different providers using a single API?

Send emails with attachments across Google, Microsoft, and IMAP providers using the Nylas v3 API. It exposes a unified messaging interface to compose and send messages while managing drafts and scheduling sends through a single endpoint.

What is the best way to automate reading and organizing emails from multiple providers?

Automate reading and organizing emails from multiple providers by listing messages and threads through the Nylas v3 API. It provides a unified interface to manage folders, apply labels, and retrieve messages across Google, Microsoft, and IMAP accounts.

Does the Nylas email API support webhooks for tracking message events?

Yes, the Nylas email API supports webhooks for tracking message events. It exposes endpoints for messages, drafts, threads, folders, attachments, and webhooks, allowing you to apply tracking features across connected Google, Microsoft, and IMAP providers.

How do I authenticate API requests to manage drafts and folders via the Nylas v3 API?

Authenticate API requests to manage drafts and folders using grant-based authentication. Provide your grant_id and API key, then authorize operations by including Authorization: Bearer <NYLAS_API_KEY> in your request headers to access the Nylas v3 API endpoints.

Are there timeout limitations when sending messages with attachments through the Nylas API?

Yes, there is a 150-second timeout for send operations when sending messages with attachments through the Nylas API. This constraint applies to the send endpoints within the v3 API to prevent hanging requests during file transmission.

Can I manage email folders and labels across Google and Microsoft with one integration?

Yes, you can manage email folders and labels across Google and Microsoft with one integration. The Nylas v3 API provides a unified interface to organize messages, manage folders, and apply labels across Google, Microsoft, and IMAP providers.