align

Execute one explicit task and halt before the next action.

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #guardrails #instruction #prompt-safety #align #single-action

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npx skills add https://github.com/mgreenly/ikigai --skill align

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: align
Source: https://github.com/mgreenly/ikigai/tree/main/.claude/library/align
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mgreenly/ikigai --skill align

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps ensure safety and precision by enforcing that each user instruction is executed as a single, discrete action, preventing unintended chained commands.

Core Features & Use Cases

Enforces single-action execution: After completing each requested task, the system must stop and await explicit permission for the next action.
Provides guardrails for risk-averse automation: prevents prompt chaining and unintended side effects.
Use cases: safe automation in sensitive environments, stepwise execution of long-running tasks, and compliance with decision boundaries.

Quick Start

Instruct me to perform one explicit task and stop after each result, then ask for the next instruction.

Frequently Asked Questions about align

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I enforce single-action task execution to prevent chained commands in automation?▼

You can enforce stepwise execution by applying guardrails that stop the system after each discrete action, ensuring explicit user confirmation is required before moving to the next step.

What are prompt safety guardrails and when do I need them for complex workflows?▼

Prompt safety guardrails are stop conditions that prevent unintended side effects in complex prompts. You need them for risk-averse automation, sensitive environments, and long-running tasks requiring decision boundary compliance.

How do I stop an automated workflow from executing multiple instructions at once?▼

To stop automated workflows from chaining commands, implement a mechanism that executes one explicit task at a time and halts, awaiting explicit permission for the next action before proceeding.

Does this single-step execution approach work for sensitive environments requiring compliance?▼

Yes, single-step execution suits sensitive environments by providing clear guardrails and stop conditions, ensuring compliance with decision boundaries and preventing unintended side effects from chained commands.

What are the limitations of using single-action guardrails for task automation?▼

The limitation of single-action guardrails is that they halt execution after each step, which interrupts continuous automation flows and requires manual confirmation for every subsequent action.