create-skill

Create and refine reusable agent skills with standardized SKILL.md entries.

Updated Apr 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rotilho/skills --skill create-skill-rotilho
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-skill
Source: https://github.com/rotilho/skills/tree/main/create-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rotilho/skills --skill create-skill-rotilho

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps users create or rewrite reusable agent skills by standardizing SKILL.md entries and guiding triggers, ensuring alignment with runtime rules.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate a new SKILL.md scaffold with proper frontmatter and concise instructions.
  • Rewrite or tighten an existing SKILL.md to improve trigger coverage, reduce overlap, or clarify instructions.
  • Move bulky or reusable content to references/, scripts/, or assets/ as needed.

Quick Start

Initiate a new skill scaffold with npx skills init <skill-name> and replace all placeholders with your finalized frontmatter and content.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a reusable agent skill with proper frontmatter?

To generate a reusable agent skill, run npx skills init <skill-name> to scaffold a SKILL.md file, then replace the placeholders with your finalized frontmatter and concise content.

What is the best way to rewrite an existing SKILL.md to improve trigger coverage?

Rewriting an existing SKILL.md tightens instructions and improves trigger coverage by reducing overlap, clarifying conditions, and routing bulky details to references, scripts, or assets.

When should I move bulky content out of my SKILL.md instructions?

You should move bulky content out of your SKILL.md when instructions become too large, organizing reusable details into structured references, scripts, or assets to maintain concise guidance.

What frontmatter fields are required for a standardized agent skill scaffold?

Standardized agent skill scaffolds enforce specific frontmatter structures with required fields to ensure alignment with runtime rules, though the exact field names depend on your platform specifications.

Can I use this skill to organize a large skill into structured sections?

Yes, you can organize large skills into structured sections by moving bulky or reusable content to dedicated directories like references, scripts, or assets while keeping the main instructions concise.

Does this skill creation tool work without external dependencies?

Yes, the skill creation tool works without external dependencies, allowing you to draft, rewrite, and test trigger coverage for agent skills independently within your current environment.