Command
nylas email folders show
Show folder details
Written by Qasim Muhammad Staff SRE
What does nylas email folders show do?
The nylas email folders show command displays folder details. It is part of the Email Folders & Threads commands, which manage labels, folders, and conversation threads. Use --json for structured output in scripts and automation.
Usage
nylas email folders showFlags
| Flag | Description |
|---|---|
| --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 email folders show command displays folder details.
JSON output for scripting
nylas email folders show --jsonTroubleshooting
Command not found or fails
Run `nylas auth config` and `nylas auth login` to authenticate first.
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Run nylas email folders show --help for full help output.