clear-old-outputs

Prunes outdated Pixie runs and artefacts using per-tool retention settings after dry-run preview and explicit confirmation.

6|1|Updated May 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AlexKapadia/Pixie --skill clear-old-outputs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: clear-old-outputs
Source: https://github.com/AlexKapadia/Pixie/tree/main/.claude/skills/clear-old-outputs
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AlexKapadia/Pixie --skill clear-old-outputs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables operators to prune stale Pixie runs and artefacts by applying per-tool retention policies, ensuring disk space is reclaimed without deleting active or important items.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dry-run preview: Show exactly what would be deleted before any action.
  • Controlled deletion: Respect starred/labelled items and per-tool retention caps.
  • Safety guidance: Warn or switch to safer maintenance actions when requested to delete entire tools, archives, or audit disk usage.

Quick Start

First, run a dry-run against the target tool to preview deletions, then confirm to proceed.

Frequently Asked Questions about clear-old-outputs

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

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How do I prune old Pixie runs and artefacts safely?

To prune old Pixie runs and artefacts safely, run a dry-run preview against the target tool to see exactly what will be deleted, then provide explicit confirmation to execute deletions through the prune flow.

Can I preview what will be deleted before pruning Pixie artefacts?

Yes, you can preview deletions before pruning Pixie artefacts by running a dry-run, which shows exactly what would be removed while respecting per-tool retention settings and preserving starred or labelled runs.

Does pruning outdated Pixie runs respect starred or labelled items?

Yes, pruning outdated Pixie runs respects starred or labelled items by preserving them during the deletion process, ensuring only artefacts exceeding per-tool retention caps are removed.

What is the best way to apply per-tool retention policies to stale Pixie artefacts?

The best way to apply per-tool retention policies to stale Pixie artefacts is using a controlled deletion flow that operates across tools or a single tool, reclaiming disk space while providing safety checks and status reporting.

Are there limitations when trying to delete entire Pixie tools or archives during maintenance?

When deleting entire Pixie tools or archives, the system triggers safety warnings and may switch to safer maintenance actions, requiring explicit confirmation before proceeding with any destructive pruning operations.

How do I reclaim disk space from outdated Pixie runs without losing active items?

You reclaim disk space from outdated Pixie runs by applying per-tool retention policies that identify and prune stale artefacts while preserving active, starred, or labelled items through safety checks.