actions

Manage GitHub Actions workflows and inspect runs via the gh CLI.

42|2|Updated Nov 20, 2025

Search Tags:#workflow #github #actions #ci

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npx skills add https://github.com/robbyt/claude-skills --skill actions

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Skill: actions
Source: https://github.com/robbyt/claude-skills/tree/main/plugins/gh-cli/skills/actions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robbyt/claude-skills --skill actions

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manage and observe GitHub Actions workflows from the CLI, including listing runs and viewing logs.

Core Features & Use Cases

Workflow visibility: List, view, and watch workflow runs.
Logs and status: Retrieve logs for debugging and audit.
Rerun/debug: Trigger reruns of failed workflows.

Quick Start

gh run list

Frequently Asked Questions about actions

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I check the status of my GitHub Actions workflows from the command line?▼

Use `gh run list` to view recent workflow runs and their statuses. You can filter by workflow, branch, or status to quickly identify failed or in-progress builds without opening GitHub's web interface.

Can I view logs for a failed GitHub Actions run?▼

Yes, `gh run view <run-id>` retrieves the full logs for a specific workflow run, letting you debug failures directly in your terminal without navigating the GitHub UI.

How do I rerun a failed CI workflow?▼

Use `gh run rerun <run-id>` to trigger a fresh execution of a failed workflow run, eliminating the need to push a new commit or use the web interface to restart CI.

What do I need installed to manage GitHub Actions from the CLI?▼

GitHub CLI (gh) must be installed and authenticated to your GitHub account. This is the only prerequisite for running all workflow management commands.

How do I monitor a workflow while it's running?▼

`gh run watch <run-id>` streams live updates of a running workflow to your terminal, letting you follow job progress and logs in real time.

Can I list all workflows in my repository?▼

Yes, `gh workflow list` displays all workflows in your repository and `gh workflow view <workflow-id>` shows details for a specific workflow definition.