Command
nylas workflow show
Show workflow details
Written by Qasim Muhammad Staff SRE
What does nylas workflow show do?
The nylas workflow show command displays workflow details. It is part of the Hosted Workflows commands, which automated workflows triggered by Nylas events (e.g., bookings). Use --json for structured output in scripts and automation.
Usage
nylas workflow showFlags
| Flag | Description |
|---|---|
| --grant-id string | Grant ID or email for grant-scoped workflows |
| --scope string | Workflow scope: app or grant |
| --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 workflow show command displays workflow details.
JSON output for scripting
nylas workflow show --jsonFilter by grant-id
nylas workflow show --grant-id <value> --jsonTroubleshooting
Command not found or fails
Run `nylas auth config` and `nylas auth login` to authenticate first.
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Run nylas workflow show --help for full help output.