gws-workflow-email-to-task
Turn emails into tasks by extracting the subject line as the task title and message snippet as notes. Supports custom task lists and requires confirmation before creating entries.
gws-workflow-email-to-task converts Gmail messages into Google Tasks entries using the message ID and optional task list.
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Install
googleworkspace/cli/gws-workflow-email-to-task · repository language: Rust
git clone https://github.com/googleworkspace/cli
cp -r cli/skills/gws-workflow-email-to-task ~/.claude/skills/gws-workflow-email-to-taskFrequently asked questions
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How does gws-workflow-email-to-task convert Gmail to Google Tasks?
gws-workflow-email-to-task extracts your email's subject line as the task title and uses the message snippet as task notes. You can direct tasks to custom task lists and review each conversion before it's saved, ensuring only the emails you want become actionable tasks.
Can I turn email into task automatically with this skill?
gws-workflow-email-to-task automates task creation from email subjects and content, but includes a confirmation step so you control which messages convert. This balance lets you streamline your workflow without accidentally creating unwanted tasks.
What happens when I create task from Gmail message?
gws-workflow-email-to-task pulls the message subject as your task title and embeds the email snippet as notes within Google Tasks. You can assign the new task to any of your existing task lists before confirming the conversion.
Does gws-workflow-email-to-task support custom task lists?
Yes. gws-workflow-email-to-task lets you route converted emails to specific Google Tasks lists of your choice, so you can organize email-derived tasks alongside your existing task management structure.
What license covers gws-workflow-email-to-task?
gws-workflow-email-to-task is released under the Apache-2.0 license, which permits use, modification, and distribution under the terms of the Apache License 2.0.
SKILL.md
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workflow +email-to-task
> PREREQUISITE: Read ../gws-shared/SKILL.md for auth, global flags, and security rules. If missing, run gws generate-skills to create it.
Convert a Gmail message into a Google Tasks entry
Usage
gws workflow +email-to-task --message-id <ID>
Flags
| Flag | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
--message-id |
✓ | — | Gmail message ID to convert |
--tasklist |
— | @default | Task list ID (default: @default) |
Examples
gws workflow +email-to-task --message-id MSG_ID
gws workflow +email-to-task --message-id MSG_ID --tasklist LIST_ID
Tips
- Reads the email subject as the task title and snippet as notes.
- Creates a new task — confirm with the user before executing.
See Also
- gws-shared — Global flags and auth
- gws-workflow
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