recipe-forward-labeled-emails

Locates Gmail messages by label and forwards them to a specified recipient via Gmail APIs/gws-gmail tool.

Updated May 25, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #workflow #routing #gmail #email-forwarding #gws-gmail #label-based

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npx skills add https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles --skill recipe-forward-labeled-emails-temple-slope

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Skill: recipe-forward-labeled-emails
Source: https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/recipe-forward-labeled-emails
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/temple-slope/dotfiles --skill recipe-forward-labeled-emails-temple-slope

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Find Gmail messages that match a given label and forward them to another address.

Core Features & Use Cases

Label-based forwarding: automatically forward messages that have a specific label to a designated recipient.
Content retrieval and forwarding: fetch the message content and forward it with the original subject as needed.
Use case: triage emails labeled for review by routing them to a team mailbox.

Quick Start

Configure the workflow to forward all Gmail messages labeled 'needs-review' to [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions about recipe-forward-labeled-emails

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

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How do I forward Gmail messages to another address based on a label?▼

To forward Gmail messages by label, this Skill locates messages matching a specific label and forwards them to a designated recipient. It uses label-based selection and message retrieval via Gmail APIs to automate the email forwarding action.

Can I automate routing Gmail emails labeled 'needs-review' to a team mailbox?▼

Yes, you can automate routing Gmail emails labeled 'needs-review' to a team mailbox. This Skill implements label-based selection and forwarding via Gmail APIs, fetching matching message content and routing it to your specified recipient address.

What is the best way to automatically triage Gmail messages using label-based forwarding?▼

The best way to triage Gmail messages is using label-based forwarding. This Skill fetches messages matching a given label and forwards them to a specified address, creating an automated routing workflow for emails requiring review or specific handling.

Does this Gmail label forwarding workflow work with the gws-gmail tool?▼

Yes, this Gmail label forwarding workflow works with the gws-gmail tool. It implements label-based selection, message retrieval, and forward actions via Gmail APIs and the gws-gmail tool to route matching messages to a specified recipient.

Why would I use label-based email forwarding instead of manual sorting in Gmail?▼

You would use label-based email forwarding to automate message routing instead of manual sorting. This approach automatically fetches labeled Gmail messages and forwards them to a designated recipient, streamlining triage workflows like sending review items to a supervisor.