Gmail
The Gmail integration lets you programmatically send and receive emails, manage labels, organize your inbox, and automate email-based workflows directly from Helios.
How to connect
| Method | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Helios Gmail App (Recommended) | OAuth 2.0 | Pre-configured scopes for email operations |
| BYO Gmail App | OAuth 2.0 | Custom OAuth app for enterprise requirements |
Helios Gmail App (Recommended)
The Helios Gmail App provides seamless setup with pre-configured permissions for most common email use cases.
Permissions
The Helios Gmail App includes scopes for:
- Compose and send emails
- Read and modify emails and threads
- Manage labels and filters
- Access basic email settings and sharing configuration
BYO Gmail App
Create your own Google OAuth application for custom control over scopes and branding.
Setup Steps
- Go to Google Cloud Console
- Create a new project or select an existing one
- Enable the Gmail API
- Configure the OAuth consent screen
- Create OAuth 2.0 credentials (client ID and client secret)
- Add the Helios redirect URI to your OAuth client
- Copy the client ID and client secret into Helios
Learn more in the Gmail API documentation.
Functionality
The Gmail integration lets your workflows send emails, manage your inbox, organize with labels, and automate email-based processes without writing custom code.
| Category | Features |
|---|---|
| Email Operations | Send, read, reply, forward, delete emails |
| Organization | Labels, filters, threads, search |
| Settings | Email signatures, forwarding, vacation responders |
Real-time Events
| Event Category | Event Types |
|---|---|
| Message Events | Messages added, messages deleted |
| Label Events | Labels added to messages, labels removed from messages |
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