archive

Compress old sessions into tar.gz files and restore them by ID.

24|5|Updated Feb 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/myrtlepn/gran-maestro --skill archive-myrtlepn
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: archive
Source: https://github.com/myrtlepn/gran-maestro/tree/main/skills/archive
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/myrtlepn/gran-maestro --skill archive-myrtlepn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps manage storage space and organize past AI interactions by archiving old sessions, allowing for efficient retrieval and cleanup of ideation, discussion, requests, and captures.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Archiving: Compresses and stores old sessions based on configurable limits.
  • Session Restoration: Recovers specific archived sessions when needed.
  • Purging Archives: Deletes old archives based on retention policies or specific dates.
  • Status Overview: Provides a clear view of active and archived session counts.
  • Use Case: Automatically archive completed requests older than 30 days to free up disk space, while ensuring recently active discussions remain accessible.

Quick Start

Run the archive skill to see a summary of your current archive status.

Frequently Asked Questions about archive

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I compress old session data into tar.gz files?

The archive skill compresses old ideation, discussion, requests, and capture items into tar.gz files within the .gran-maestro directory, protecting active sessions and counter files during the process.

How do I restore a specific archived session by ID?

To restore an archived session, the archive skill supports recovering specific past sessions by their ID, allowing you to retrieve and decompress tar.gz data back into an active state when needed.

What is the best way to purge old archives based on a retention policy?

The best way to purge old archives based on a retention policy is using the archive skill, which deletes old tar.gz archives automatically based on specific dates or configured retention limits.

Can I automate session cleanup for requests older than 30 days?

Yes, you can automate session cleanup for requests older than 30 days using the archive skill to compress completed items into tar.gz files, ensuring recently active discussions remain accessible.

Does the archive skill protect active sessions during storage optimization?

The archive skill protects active sessions and counter files during storage optimization, operating exclusively on old session data within the .gran-maestro directory to ensure ongoing work is not disrupted.

How do I check the status of my active and archived sessions?

You can check the status of your active and archived sessions by running the archive skill, which provides a clear overview and summary count of both active and compressed tar.gz archives.