starred-email

Fetch starred Gmail messages and generate summaries with follow-up extraction.

Updated Oct 21, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/christopheryeo/claude-skills --skill starred-email
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: starred-email
Source: https://github.com/christopheryeo/claude-skills/tree/main/starred-email
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/christopheryeo/claude-skills --skill starred-email

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps you quickly identify and act on your starred Gmail messages by providing concise metadata, summaries, and follow-up prompts, reducing time spent hunting important emails.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Starred Mail Digest: Retrieve and present only emails marked as starred, ordered by recency.
  • Actionable Summaries: Generate brief summaries that explain why each message was starred and surface next steps.
  • Filterable results: Respect optional timeframes and user filters (timeframe, keywords, participants) to refine the digest.
  • Direct links & context: Include Gmail links and thread context for quick access.

Quick Start

Use the starred-email skill to fetch your recent starred messages, then review the digest and follow-up items.

Frequently Asked Questions about starred-email

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize starred Gmail messages to find action items?

To summarize starred Gmail messages, this skill filters your inbox for the is:starred query and generates concise summaries with extracted action items. It surfaces why each message was starred and outlines next steps.

Can I filter my starred email digest by timeframe and keywords?

Yes, you can filter your starred email digest by applying timeframe and keyword constraints. The skill respects optional time-bounded parameters and user filters to refine the retrieved Gmail messages before generating the summary.

What is the best way to get a digest of recent starred emails without duplicates?

Getting a digest of recent starred emails without duplicates is handled by the skill's built-in deduplication process. It fetches starred Gmail messages, removes redundant threads, and presents them ordered by recency.

How do I extract follow-up tasks from important Gmail threads?

Extracting follow-up tasks from important Gmail threads is achieved by analyzing your starred messages. The skill generates actionable summaries that surface explicit next steps and includes direct Gmail links for quick context access.

Does this tool require Gmail API setup to list starred emails?

Yes, retrieving and listing starred emails requires Gmail APIs to fetch the underlying message data. The skill uses these APIs to execute is:starred queries, apply filters, and generate the final digest output.