anyhow

Propagate Rust errors with contextual messages and optional backtraces.

Updated Mar 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cecon123/tg-remote-bot --skill anyhow
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Skill: anyhow
Source: https://github.com/cecon123/tg-remote-bot/tree/main/.agents/skills/anyhow
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cecon123/tg-remote-bot --skill anyhow

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Flexible error handling in Rust often requires wrapping errors with context and propagating them through call chains. anyhow provides a single, ergonomic error type that can be used in applications and binaries to simplify error management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Contextual error messages added via .context(...) and .with_context(...)
  • Error chaining and dynamic error types with anyhow::Error
  • Optional backtraces when the backtrace feature is enabled; easy to convert between error types
  • Use in main function error handling and propagate errors across modules

Quick Start

Install anyhow via cargo add anyhow and start using anyhow::Result to propagate errors with contextual messages.

Frequently Asked Questions about anyhow

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

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How do I add context to error handling in Rust?

Anyhow provides a flexible, context-rich error type for Rust that simplifies error management by implementing the Context trait to wrap errors with descriptive messages as they propagate through call chains.

What is the best way to propagate errors across modules in Rust?

The best way to propagate errors across modules in Rust is using a single ergonomic error type like anyhow::Result, which allows errors to flow through multiple call sites while maintaining contextual messages and optional backtraces.

How do error chains and dynamic error types work in Rust?

Error chains and dynamic error types in Rust work by wrapping underlying errors with additional context at each call site, allowing you to trace the error's origin path while using a single flexible error type for application-level error handling.

Can I capture backtraces for Rust errors?

Yes, you can capture backtraces for Rust errors by enabling the backtrace feature, which allows anyhow to generate rich diagnostics that trace the exact origin and propagation path of errors through your application.

When should I use a single error type vs specialized error enums in Rust?

You should use a single error type for application binaries where ergonomic error propagation and contextual messages are priorities, while specialized error enums are better suited for library APIs requiring strict error downcasting.