Command
nylas dashboard apps create
Create a new application
Written by Qasim Muhammad Staff SRE
What does nylas dashboard apps create do?
The nylas dashboard apps create command creates a new application. It is part of the Dashboard commands, which manage your Nylas account, applications, API keys, and organizations.
Usage
nylas dashboard apps createFlags
| Flag | Description |
|---|---|
| --name string(-n) | Application name (required) |
| --region string(-r) | Region (required: us or eu) |
| --secret-delivery string | Secret delivery method (clipboard or file) |
| --json | Output as JSON |
| --no-color | Disable color output |
| --verbose(-v) | Enable verbose output |
| --config | Custom config file path |
| --help(-h) | Show help for the command |
| --limit | Limit results (most list commands) |
| --yes(-y) | Skip confirmations |
Examples
The nylas dashboard apps create command creates a new application.
JSON output for scripting
nylas dashboard apps create --jsonFilter by name
nylas dashboard apps create --name <value> --jsonTroubleshooting
Command not found or fails
Run `nylas auth config` and `nylas auth login` to authenticate first.
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Run nylas dashboard apps create --help for full help output.