recipe-create-vacation-responder

Configure Gmail vacation auto-replies with custom messages and date ranges.

Updated May 25, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles --skill recipe-create-vacation-responder-temple-slope
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Skill: recipe-create-vacation-responder
Source: https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/recipe-create-vacation-responder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles --skill recipe-create-vacation-responder-temple-slope

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This recipe automates enabling a Gmail out-of-office auto-reply with a tailored message for a defined date range, removing manual setup and ensuring timely responses.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enable vacation auto-reply with a custom subject and body for a defined date range.
  • Verify current vacation settings to ensure the auto-reply is active or properly disabled.
  • Disable the auto-reply when returning, resetting status to inactive.

Quick Start

Configure Gmail vacation auto-reply with a custom message and a defined date range.

Frequently Asked Questions about recipe-create-vacation-responder

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Gmail out-of-office auto-reply with a specific date range?

Automating Gmail out-of-office auto-reply uses Google Workspace APIs to apply vacation settings with a custom subject and body for a defined date range. This removes manual setup and ensures timely automated responses during your absence.

Can I verify if my Gmail vacation responder is currently active?

You can verify current Gmail vacation settings by fetching the account status through Google Workspace APIs. This allows you to check whether the auto-reply is currently active or has been properly disabled after your return.

Do I need a specific Gmail skill to configure vacation auto-reply?

Configuring vacation auto-reply requires the gws Gmail skill as a prerequisite. It leverages this dependency to interact with Google Workspace APIs to update and fetch vacation settings on your personal or organizational account.

How do I disable my Gmail vacation auto-reply when I return?

Disabling Gmail vacation auto-reply resets the account status to inactive using Google Workspace APIs. You can automate this action upon returning to ensure no further automatic out-of-office responses are sent to incoming emails.

Does this Gmail auto-reply automation work for organizational accounts?

This Gmail auto-reply automation applies to both personal and organizational accounts. It uses Google Workspace APIs to update vacation settings, ensuring automated out-of-office responses function correctly across defined date ranges in either environment.