command-help

Identifies accidental slash command messages and explains how to execute them.

3|1|Updated Dec 3, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nsheaps/ai-mktpl --skill command-help
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: command-help
Source: https://github.com/nsheaps/ai-mktpl/tree/main/plugins/command-help-skill/skills/command-help
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nsheaps/ai-mktpl --skill command-help

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Users often type slash commands as plain chat messages instead of executing them, wasting context and missing the command's behavior; this skill detects those mistakes and provides clear guidance so users can run commands correctly and discover available tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Accidental command detection: Recognizes messages that look like slash commands and explains the difference between sending a message and executing a command.
  • Command discovery: Searches workspace and plugin command files to list relevant commands, categorize them, and suggest the best match for a user's intent.
  • Command documentation: Extracts metadata and usage examples (name, description, argument hints, allowed tools) from .claude/commands and plugins to show how to invoke commands properly.
  • Troubleshooting and guidance: Explains prerequisites, common errors (command not found, missing args), and how to create custom commands or install plugins that provide commands.

Quick Start

Paste the slash command you sent as a message (for example: /commit fix: update readme) and ask the assistant to explain how to execute it.

Frequently Asked Questions about command-help

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I execute slash commands in Claude Code instead of sending them as chat messages?

To execute slash commands in Claude Code, you must run them as actionable commands rather than pasting them as plain chat messages. This skill detects pasted commands like /commit and provides the correct syntax, argument hints, and execution guidance to run them properly.

How do I discover available workspace and plugin commands in Claude Code?

Discover available workspace and plugin commands by searching command files stored in .claude/commands and plugins/*/commands. This skill parses command metadata to list relevant commands, categorize them by function, and suggest the best match for your development intent.

Why does my slash command not work when I type it into the chat session?

Your slash command is not working because it was sent as a chat message instead of being executed. This skill recognizes command-like patterns typed as messages and explains the difference between sending text and executing commands to prevent context waste.

Can I get argument hints and usage examples for custom commands in .claude/commands?

Yes, you can get argument hints and usage examples for custom commands defined in .claude/commands. This skill extracts metadata including name, description, argument hints, and allowed tools from command files to show you how to invoke commands properly without running them.

What is the best way to troubleshoot missing arguments in Claude Code workspace commands?

The best way to troubleshoot missing arguments in workspace commands is to parse the command metadata for argument hints and prerequisites. This skill explains common errors like missing arguments and provides execution guidance by reading command definitions directly.

Does command parsing work with commands installed from external plugins?

Yes, command parsing works with external plugins by reading files from the plugins/*/commands directory. This skill extracts syntax, allowed tools, and execution guidance from plugin command files to help you discover and run installed tools correctly.