recipe-save-email-attachments

Automate saving Gmail attachments to a Google Drive folder.

Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chaddorsey/letta-code --skill recipe-save-email-attachments-chaddorsey
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: recipe-save-email-attachments
Source: https://github.com/chaddorsey/letta-code/tree/main/.skills/recipe-save-email-attachments
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chaddorsey/letta-code --skill recipe-save-email-attachments-chaddorsey

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires gws-gmail, gws-drive, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the issue of manually searching for and saving Gmail attachments, by automating the process directly to a Google Drive folder.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gmail Attachment Search: Identifies messages in Gmail containing attachments.
  • Attachment Saving: Saves the identified attachments to a specified Google Drive folder.
  • Use Case: Efficiently manage and archive your emails with attachments by automatically transferring them to your Google Drive for safe storage.

Quick Start

Load this skill to automate the saving of all attachments from emails received from '[email protected]' to your 'Folder ID' in Google Drive.

Frequently Asked Questions about recipe-save-email-attachments

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically save Gmail attachments to Google Drive?

To automatically save Gmail attachments to Google Drive, this Skill identifies messages containing attachments and transfers them directly to a specified Google Drive folder using the GWS API, eliminating manual downloading and uploading.

What is the best way to archive email attachments without manual downloads?

The best way to archive email attachments without manual downloads is using an automated script that interacts with the GWS API to extract files from Gmail messages and saves them directly to a designated Google Drive folder.

Do I need a Google Workspace account to automate saving email attachments?

Yes, you need a Google Workspace account. This Skill requires Google Workspace for Gmail and Google Drive access, utilizing the GWS API to interact with your messages and folders to automate the attachment saving process.

Can I filter which Gmail attachments get saved to a specific Drive folder?

Yes, you can filter which Gmail attachments get saved. The Skill can target specific emails, such as those received from a designated sender like '[email protected]', and save only those attachments to your specified Google Drive folder.

How does automated Gmail attachment saving handle large volumes of email?

Automated Gmail attachment saving handles large volumes by programmatically identifying all matching messages with attachments via the GWS API and systematically transferring them to a Google Drive folder for efficient bulk archiving.

What are the limitations of using GWS API to move Gmail attachments to Google Drive?

Limitations of using the GWS API to move Gmail attachments to Google Drive include dependencies on Google Workspace access and potential API rate limits when processing extremely high volumes of emails or large file attachments.