capture

Append unstructured items to a GTD inbox under the New section.

19|5|Updated Jan 26, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #inbox #nlp #task-management #capture #gtd

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npx skills add https://github.com/digital-stoic-org/agent-skills --skill capture-digital-stoic-org

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: capture
Source: https://github.com/digital-stoic-org/agent-skills/tree/main/gtd/skills/capture
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/digital-stoic-org/agent-skills --skill capture-digital-stoic-org

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

GTD Capture reduces the friction of turning thoughts into trackable tasks by appending items to your GTD inbox from the command line or natural language input.

Core Features & Use Cases

Fast append to the inbox with the newest items added under the "New" section.
Works with plain text inputs to capture tasks, reminders, or ideas for later processing.
Use case: when you think of a task while browsing, invoke the capture command to store it for later triage.

Quick Start

Invoke /gtd:capture <item text> to add the item to your inbox.

Frequently Asked Questions about capture

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I quickly capture tasks to my GTD inbox from the command line?▼

The Skill captures tasks to your GTD inbox by appending the input text directly under the "New" section of a designated inbox document. It places the newest items first, allowing quick, unstructured capture from the command line or natural language.

Can I use natural language input to capture tasks for later triage?▼

Yes, the Skill supports natural language input to capture tasks for later triage. It reads your designated inbox document, locates the New section, and inserts the item text immediately after the header for later processing.

What happens if my GTD inbox file or the New section is missing during capture?▼

If the GTD inbox file or the New section is missing during capture, the Skill performs basic error handling. It attempts to locate the specific section in the designated document before using an Edit operation to insert the new item.

Does this GTD capture tool work with plain text inputs for unstructured task management?▼

Yes, this GTD capture tool works with plain text inputs for unstructured task management. It targets quick capture workflows, allowing you to append tasks, reminders, or ideas to your inbox for later triage and processing.

What is the best way to append new items to a GTD inbox with the newest first?▼

The best way to append new items with the newest first is using the capture command. It uses an Edit operation on your designated inbox document to insert item text immediately after the New section header.