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claude-handoff

Transfer conversation control to a fresh background agent with a customizable prompt.

Updated Jul 3, 2026
Search Tags:#AI workflow#task delegation#background agent#AI handoff#context continuation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Jmarques/orford-sur-le-lac_embarcations --skill claude-handoff
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: claude-handoff
Source: https://github.com/Jmarques/orford-sur-le-lac_embarcations/tree/main/.agents/skills/claude-handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Jmarques/orford-sur-le-lac_embarcations --skill claude-handoff

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The Skill addresses the issue of maintaining continuity and efficiency in task management by allowing for the handoff of conversations to a fresh background agent, ensuring the new agent picks up immediately.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Conversational Handoff: Seamless transition of conversations from the current context to a background agent.
  • Customizable Prompt: Allows specifying the focus and context of the new session.
  • No Content Duplication: Ensures no repetition of information captured in other artifacts.
  • Sensitive Data Protection: Redacts sensitive information like API keys and personally identifiable information.
  • Use Case: If you need to delegate a complex task, you can summarize the current state of the task, provide context, and pass it to a new agent for continued work without loss of context or information.

Quick Start

Use the 'claude-handoff' skill with the command: "Pass the current conversation to a fresh background agent with the summary 'Prepare report on project status'."

Frequently Asked Questions about claude-handoff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I delegate a task to a background AI agent without losing conversation context?▼

Conversation handoff allows you to pass control to a fresh background agent for seamless task continuity. It requires clear summarization and redirection to ensure the new agent picks up the work immediately without information loss.

What is AI handoff and how does it maintain task continuity?▼

AI handoff transfers conversation control from one agent to a fresh background agent. It maintains task continuity by summarizing the current state and redirecting the context, ensuring the new agent picks up the work immediately.

How do I pass a conversation to a new agent with a custom prompt?▼

To pass a conversation, you request a handoff and specify the custom prompt focus for the new session. This summarizes the current task state and provides specific context to the fresh background agent for continued work.

Does conversation handoff redact sensitive data like API keys?▼

Yes, conversation handoff redacts sensitive data like API keys and personally identifiable information. This protection ensures secure task delegation when passing your summarized context to a fresh background agent.

What is the best way to transfer a complex task to another agent?▼

The best way to transfer a complex task is to use conversational handoff. You summarize the current task state, provide context, and pass it to a fresh background agent, ensuring seamless continuation without content duplication.

Why does background agent handoff prevent content duplication?▼

Background agent handoff prevents content duplication by ensuring no repetition of information already captured in other artifacts. It strictly transfers only the summarized context required for the new agent to continue the task.

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