pa-outbox

Generates formatted outbox replies and archives processed inbox files.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
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.