GmailAgent is a local email client software that enables users to access their Gmail account without logging in to the web interface.
Many programs use a plugins scheme to enable the user to start an external email client that can compose a message with selected files from the program as attachments. However, Gmail's web-based system can only be accessed through the internet, which presents a challenge.
GmailAgent provides a simple local email frontend that enables the user to fill in an address and type a message. It uses libgmail to send the message to the Gmail account, which will process it further. GmailAgent supports the 'remote command' syntax from Mozilla. Any program providing the user with a 'Mozilla' choice can make use of GmailAgent, while GmailAgent attempts to make an educated guess when this syntax isn't used.
Moreover, GmailAgent is now supported by the kipi project. Together with programs that use these plugins, such as Digikam, KimDaBa, and Gwenview, users can choose GmailAgent as an email agent.
GmailAgent's requirements include Python >= 2.3, Python-dev >= 2.3, and Python-qt3 (pyQT). The latest release includes the addition of a missing module to prevent the GUI from crashing.
Overall, GmailAgent is an excellent choice for users seeking an email agent that provides a simple local email frontend and can be used through various programs, including Digikam and gthumb.
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