colored-output

Format CLI output with ANSI escape codes via a Bash script.

17|8|Updated Oct 21, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Interstellar-code/claud-skills --skill colored-output
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: colored-output
Source: https://github.com/Interstellar-code/claud-skills/tree/main/generic-claude-framework/skills/colored-output
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Interstellar-code/claud-skills --skill colored-output

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Centralized ANSI-colored output formatter ensures consistent headers, statuses, and alerts across all skills, agents, and commands, eliminating duplication and visual drift.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reusable Bash formatter: A single color.sh script provides standardized colorized output for skill interactions.
  • Consistent UX: Uniform headers and status messages across multi-step operations.
  • Easy integration: Drop-in usage within any skill/agent script to standardize CLI feedback.
  • Use Case: A time-tracking CLI that runs multiple steps can display a cohesive start, progress, and completion sequence.

Quick Start

To begin using the colored-output formatter, run the color script to print a header and a status, for example: bash .claude/skills/colored-output/color.sh skill-header "colored-output" "Starting..." bash .claude/skills/colored-output/color.sh info "" "Configured color scheme" bash .claude/skills/colored-output/color.sh success "" "Ready"

Frequently Asked Questions about colored-output

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

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How do I standardize ANSI colored output across multiple CLI scripts?

Standardize ANSI colored output by using a centralized Bash formatter script to apply consistent headers, statuses, and alerts across all CLI workflows. This eliminates duplication and visual drift by providing a single reusable color.sh script for drop-in integration.

How do I format terminal headers and status messages in Bash?

Format terminal headers and status messages in Bash by invoking a formatter script with arguments specifying the output type and message. Passing parameters like skill-header, info, or success to the script generates the appropriate ANSI escape codes for uniform CLI feedback.

Can I use a Bash script to add color to interactive CLI workflows?

Yes, you can use a Bash script to add color to interactive CLI workflows. A centralized color formatter applies ANSI escape codes across multi-step operations, ensuring a cohesive user experience for start, progress, and completion sequences.

What is the best way to avoid duplicating color formatting logic in terminal commands?

The best way to avoid duplicating color formatting logic is to use a centralized output formatter. A single reusable Bash script provides standardized colorized output, promoting reuse across all agents and commands while reducing duplicated code.

Do I need any external dependencies to print colored output in a terminal?

No external dependencies are needed to print colored output in a terminal. The formatter relies solely on standard ANSI escape codes implemented within a self-contained Bash script, requiring no additional libraries or packages to function.

Why does my terminal output show inconsistent colors across different CLI tools?

Terminal output shows inconsistent colors across different CLI tools due to duplicated or hardcoded ANSI escape codes. Implementing a centralized colored output formatter standardizes headers and alerts, eliminating visual drift and ensuring uniform feedback.