gws-workflow-email-to-task
Google Workflow: Convert a Gmail message into a Google Tasks entry.
Best use case
gws-workflow-email-to-task is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Google Workflow: Convert a Gmail message into a Google Tasks entry.
Teams using gws-workflow-email-to-task should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/gws-workflow-email-to-task/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How gws-workflow-email-to-task Compares
| Feature / Agent | gws-workflow-email-to-task | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Google Workflow: Convert a Gmail message into a Google Tasks entry.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# 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 ```bash 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 ```bash 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](../gws-shared/SKILL.md) — Global flags and auth - [gws-workflow](../gws-workflow/SKILL.md) — All cross-service productivity workflows commands
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