zele

Automate multi-account email and calendar management via CLI with YAML output.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/otto-assistant/bridge --skill zele
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: zele
Source: https://github.com/otto-assistant/bridge/tree/main/cli/skills/zele
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/otto-assistant/bridge --skill zele

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

zele helps developers and power users manage multiple email accounts and calendars from the command line, reducing context switching and manual repetitive tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified email management across Gmail/IMAP/SMTP: read, send, reply, forward, archive, and trash messages.
  • Calendar control: create, update, and RSVP to events with free/busy support, across accounts.
  • Programmable workflows: outputs YAML-formatted results that can be piped through yq and xargs for automation.

Quick Start

Install the zele CLI and run it to explore subcommands and examples.

Frequently Asked Questions about zele

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

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How do I manage multiple Gmail and IMAP accounts from the command line?

You can manage multiple Gmail and IMAP accounts from the command line using zele, which automates email operations like reading, sending, and archiving across accounts with a headless login flow.

Can I pipe email and calendar CLI output into other automation tools?

Yes, you can pipe email and calendar CLI output into automation tools because zele outputs results in YAML format, making it easy to integrate with command-line utilities like yq and xargs for programmatic workflows.

Does zele support calendar event creation and RSVP across different accounts?

zele supports cross-account calendar control, allowing you to create, update, and RSVP to events with free/busy support directly from the CLI.

How to automate cross-account email workflows with SMTP and IMAP?

To automate cross-account email workflows with SMTP and IMAP, zele enforces a consistent subcommand structure and requires the proper account context before executing actions like sending drafts or managing attachments.

What is the best way to handle drafts, labels, and attachments in a CLI email client?

The best way to handle drafts, labels, and attachments in a CLI email client is using zele, which provides unified management for these operations alongside standard email actions like reply and forward.

Do I need to switch contexts to manage email and calendar events for different accounts?

No, you do not need to switch contexts manually because zele unifies multi-account email and calendar management from the command line, reducing repetitive manual tasks and context switching.