pa-outbox

Generates formatted outbox replies and archives processed inbox files.

Updated Mar 26, 2026

Search Tags:#clarification #inbox #outbox #reply generation #agentic automation #archiving workflow #action tracking

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npx skills add https://github.com/christophevg/c3 --skill pa-outbox

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Skill: pa-outbox
Source: https://github.com/christophevg/c3/tree/main/skills/pa-outbox
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/christophevg/c3 --skill pa-outbox

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It solves the need to consistently turn processed inbox items into user-facing replies while also safely archiving the original inputs so your workflow stays clean and traceable.

Core Features & Use Cases

Reply generation by type: Produces standard, clarification, or resolution replies depending on whether items are fully actionable or need user input.
Action tracking in replies: Includes a structured actions table with statuses (done/pending) and a clear completion indicator.
Inbox archive workflow: Moves processed files from inbox to inbox/archive/ after creating outbox replies, ensuring the inbox is left empty for the next run.
Reply naming & clarification rounds: Applies a deterministic re- prefix convention for successive clarification replies.
Inline reply processing: Extracts user response lines from files and continues processing using prior question context.

Quick Start

Use pa-outbox after you have processed an inbox file to generate the appropriate reply in the outbox directory and archive the original input in inbox/archive/.

Frequently Asked Questions about pa-outbox

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I generate formatted outbox replies from processed inbox files?▼

Generating formatted outbox replies involves processing inbox items and routing them through an archiving workflow that creates standard, clarification, or resolution replies. The system outputs these formatted messages to a designated outbox directory while moving original inputs to an archive folder.

What is the best way to archive processed inbox files automatically?▼

Automatically archiving processed inbox files requires moving original inputs to an inbox/archive/ directory immediately after reply generation. This workflow ensures the active inbox remains empty for subsequent runs while maintaining a traceable record of all processed inputs.

How do I handle multi-round clarification replies in an automated workflow?▼

Handling multi-round clarification replies requires applying a deterministic re- prefix naming convention for successive messages. The workflow extracts inline user responses from files and continues processing using prior question context to generate subsequent clarification replies.

Can I include action tracking with statuses in automated reply generation?▼

Yes, automated reply generation supports action tracking by embedding a structured actions table within outbox replies. This table tracks action statuses such as done or pending and provides a clear completion indicator for user-facing visibility.

Do I need a specific directory structure to generate outbox replies and archive inbox files?▼

Generating outbox replies and archiving inbox files requires consistent output paths including an outbox directory for user-facing replies and an inbox/archive/ directory for original inputs. The workflow verifies originals are moved correctly to maintain a clean, traceable structure.