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create-agent-skills

Create Claude Code skills and slash commands with SKILL.md files.

Updated Mar 12, 2026
Search Tags:#best practices#skills#slash commands#Claude Code#skill authoring
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/GuitarAlchemist/ix --skill create-agent-skills-guitaralchemist
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-agent-skills
Source: https://github.com/GuitarAlchemist/ix/tree/main/.claude/skills/create-agent-skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/GuitarAlchemist/ix --skill create-agent-skills-guitaralchemist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides expert guidance for creating Claude Code skills and slash commands, helping users understand the structure and best practices for authoring effective skills.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Creation: Step-by-step guidance for authoring new Claude Code skills and slash commands.
  • Best Practices: Documentation on skill structure, description writing, and best practices for skill design.
  • Use Case: Use this Skill when you are working with SKILL.md files, authoring new skills, improving existing skills, or creating slash commands.

Quick Start

To create a new skill, navigate to the skills directory, create a new SKILL.md file with the required YAML frontmatter, and provide the markdown content that describes the skill's functionality and usage.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-agent-skills

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a custom Claude Code skill?▼

To create a Claude Code skill, navigate to the skills directory and author a new SKILL.md file containing required YAML frontmatter and markdown content describing the skill's functionality, structure, and usage.

What is the structure of a SKILL.md file for slash commands?▼

A SKILL.md file requires YAML frontmatter for metadata alongside markdown content that describes the skill's functionality, processing logic, and usage patterns to ensure effective slash command execution.

What are the best practices for writing skill metadata in Claude Code?▼

Best practices for skill metadata involve writing clear descriptions that define the skill's core task, structure, and usage patterns, ensuring the YAML frontmatter accurately represents the skill's processing logic.

Can I use this to improve existing Claude Code skills?▼

Yes, you can use this guidance to improve existing Claude Code skills by refining SKILL.md files, updating metadata, and applying best practices for skill design and slash command management.

Do I need any dependencies to author Claude Code slash commands?▼

No dependencies are required to author Claude Code slash commands; you only need to create a SKILL.md file with the proper YAML frontmatter and markdown content in your skills directory.

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