create-skill

Guide users through creating Agent Skills for Cursor with SKILL.md structure.

Updated Mar 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/StarksJohn/CursorUserDir --skill create-skill-starksjohn
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: create-skill
Source: https://github.com/StarksJohn/CursorUserDir/tree/main/skills-cursor/create-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/StarksJohn/CursorUserDir --skill create-skill-starksjohn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill empowers users to create, write, and author new Agent Skills for Cursor by providing guidance on structure, best practices, and the SKILL.md format.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Creation Guidance: Learn the essential components and structure of a Cursor Skill.
  • Best Practice Adherence: Understand how to write effective descriptions, manage context, and utilize progressive disclosure.
  • Use Case: You want to create a new skill to automatically format code according to your team's specific style guide. Use this skill to learn how to structure your SKILL.md and any supporting files.

Quick Start

Follow the instructions in this skill to create a new skill for Cursor.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create Agent Skills for Cursor?

Create Agent Skills for Cursor by defining a `SKILL.md` file that contains concise instructions, following specific structural best practices and utilizing supporting files like `references.md` and `scripts/` for progressive disclosure.

What is progressive disclosure in Cursor agent development?

Progressive disclosure in agent development structures `SKILL.md` content to provide concise instructions upfront while offloading detailed context to supporting files like `references.md`, ensuring efficient context management and avoiding anti-patterns.

What is the best way to structure a SKILL.md file for prompt engineering?

Structure a `SKILL.md` file by focusing on concise instruction, adhering to skill creation best practices, and avoiding anti-patterns, which ensures efficient prompt engineering and optimal agent performance within Cursor.

How do I use supporting files like references.md when building markdown skills?

Use supporting files like `references.md` and `scripts/` alongside your `SKILL.md` to manage context effectively, enabling progressive disclosure by separating detailed instructions from the core skill structure.

Why should I avoid anti-patterns when writing Agent Skills?

Avoid anti-patterns when writing Agent Skills to ensure efficient skill development, prevent context bloat in `SKILL.md`, and maintain optimal agent performance through concise instruction and proper context management.

Do I need any dependencies to start creating Agent Skills for Cursor?

No dependencies are required to start creating Agent Skills for Cursor. You can author new skills directly by writing the `SKILL.md` content and managing supporting files following the provided structural guidance.