ark-usage

Provide command-line instructions for Ark file, message, and tag operations.

1|Updated Mar 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zot/ark --skill ark-usage
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ark-usage
Source: https://github.com/zot/ark/tree/main/.claude/skills/ark-usage
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zot/ark --skill ark-usage

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a concise reference for directly interacting with the ark command-line interface, enabling agents to execute specific Ark operations without relying on higher-level abstractions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Direct CLI Access: Offers commands for searching, managing messages, and inspecting tags within the Ark knowledge base.
  • Operational Clarity: Clearly distinguishes when to use ark directly versus delegating to Hermes for more complex queries.
  • Use Case: An agent needs to update the status of a specific message file to 'completed'. This Skill provides the exact ark message set-tags command to perform this action.

Quick Start

Use the ark-usage skill to find all files that use the tag 'status'.

Frequently Asked Questions about ark-usage

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find files using a specific tag in the Ark knowledge base?

To find files in the Ark knowledge base, you can use the direct command-line interface instructions provided by the ark-usage skill to execute precise search operations based on specific tags.

What is the best way to update the status of an Ark message file to completed?

Updating an Ark message file status requires executing the exact `ark message set-tags` command, which the ark-usage skill provides for managing messages and applying specific status tags directly.

When should I use the Ark CLI directly versus delegating to Hermes?

You should use the Ark CLI directly for precise, specific operations like inspecting tag definitions, and delegate to Hermes when you need to manage more complex knowledge base queries.

Can I inspect tag definitions and usage through the Ark command-line interface?

Yes, you can inspect tag definitions and usage within the Ark knowledge base by using the direct command-line interface instructions supplied by the ark-usage skill.

Does the ark-usage skill require any higher-level abstractions to manage messages?

No, the ark-usage skill provides direct CLI access for managing messages, allowing agents to execute specific Ark operations without relying on higher-level abstractions.