Command
nylas dashboard apps use
Set active application
Written by Qasim Muhammad Staff SRE
What does nylas dashboard apps use do?
The nylas dashboard apps use command sets active application. It is part of the Dashboard commands, which manage your Nylas account, applications, API keys, and organizations.
Usage
nylas dashboard apps useFlags
| Flag | Description |
|---|---|
| --region string(-r) | Region of the application (us or eu) |
| --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 use command sets active application.
JSON output for scripting
nylas dashboard apps use --jsonFilter by region
nylas dashboard apps use --region <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 use --help for full help output.