agents-md

Create and maintain a concise AGENTS.md at the project root.

1|Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/caobingsheng/skills --skill agents-md-caobingsheng
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: agents-md
Source: https://github.com/caobingsheng/skills/tree/main/agent/agents-md
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/caobingsheng/skills --skill agents-md-caobingsheng

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams create and maintain a canonical AGENTS.md at the project root, ensuring concise, actionable agent-facing documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces a minimal, high-signal AGENTS.md that stays under 60-100 lines.
  • Guides linking to CLAUDE.md and aligning with existing project documentation conventions.
  • Provides a clear, repeatable writing pattern for agent instructions that reduces onboarding effort.

Quick Start

Create an AGENTS.md at the project root following the minimal, high-signal guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about agents-md

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

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How do I create a concise AGENTS.md file for project documentation?

To create a concise AGENTS.md, automate its creation at the project root using minimal, high-signal guidelines that enforce structure, length limits, and naming conventions for agent-facing documentation.

What is an AGENTS.md file and when do I need one?

An AGENTS.md file provides canonical, high-signal guidance for AI agents at the project root. You need it when your project requires concise, actionable agent-facing documentation to reduce onboarding effort.

How do I link AGENTS.md to CLAUDE.md in my repository?

Link AGENTS.md to CLAUDE.md by following reference linking conventions that align your agent-facing documentation with existing project documentation, ensuring agents can traverse between both files.

What's the best way to keep agent documentation under 100 lines?

Keep agent documentation under 100 lines by enforcing a minimal template structure with strict length limits, ensuring only high-signal, actionable instructions are included in the AGENTS.md file.

Does AGENTS.md work without dependencies or external components?

Yes, AGENTS.md creation requires no dependencies or external components, functioning as a standalone guideline template to generate and maintain concise agent-facing project documentation.

When should I not use a minimal AGENTS.md template?

Avoid a minimal AGENTS.md template when your project requires extensive, detailed agent instructions exceeding 100 lines, as this skill enforces strict length limits and high-signal conciseness.