cli-copy-review

Review CLI copy for accuracy, clarity, and actionable guidance.

5|Updated Apr 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/friedbotstudio/baseline --skill cli-copy-review-friedbotstudio
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: cli-copy-review
Source: https://github.com/friedbotstudio/baseline/tree/main/.claude/skills/cli-copy-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/friedbotstudio/baseline --skill cli-copy-review-friedbotstudio

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps maintainers review user-facing CLI text for accuracy, clarity, and actionability before release, so end users do not see misleading prompts or confusing error messages.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Checks prompt copy, help text, and error strings in the shipped CLI surface.
  • Flags copy and behavior mismatches, jargon, and missing next steps.
  • Produces a punch list that the maintainer can resolve before granting commit access or shipping a release.

Quick Start

Run the cli-copy-review skill to inspect the current CLI strings and report any confusing or inaccurate copy.

Frequently Asked Questions about cli-copy-review

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

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How do I review CLI copy for accuracy and clarity before release?

Review CLI copy by tracing each user-facing string against actual behavior to catch mismatches, jargon, and missing next-action issues. This process generates a punch list for maintainers to resolve misleading prompts or confusing error messages before shipping.

What is CLI copy review and when do I need it?

CLI copy review inspects shipped help text, prompts, and error messages for actionability and accuracy. You need it before granting commit access or shipping a release to ensure end users do not see confusing or misleading CLI text.

How do I check if error messages and help text match actual CLI behavior?

Trace each error string and help text against the baseline CLI release workflow to identify copy and behavior mismatches. This flags jargon and missing next steps, producing a punch list to resolve inconsistencies before release.

Can I use this copy review for user-facing prompts and help text in my release workflow?

Yes, the copy review applies to user-facing prompts, help text, and error messages in the baseline CLI release workflow. It checks shipped CLI surface copy for accuracy, clarity, and actionable guidance before release.

What is the best way to catch bad CLI text before shipping a release?

The best way to catch bad CLI text is running an automated review that flags copy and behavior mismatches, jargon, and missing next steps. This produces a punch list for maintainers to resolve before shipping.

Why does my CLI error message confuse users even after release?

CLI error messages confuse users when they contain jargon, lack actionable next steps, or mismatch actual behavior. Reviewing shipped CLI copy against baseline behavior before release identifies these exact issues for correction.