ctx-status

Parse context metadata and output a machine-readable project summary.

74|14|Updated Jan 20, 2026

Search Tags:#context #tasks #status #session #overview #token-budget #ctx-status

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npx skills add https://github.com/ActiveMemory/ctx --skill ctx-status

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Skill: ctx-status
Source: https://github.com/ActiveMemory/ctx/tree/main/internal/tpl/claude/skills/ctx-status
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ActiveMemory/ctx --skill ctx-status

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a concise, real-time snapshot of your project's context, including tracked files, token usage, tasks, and recent activity.

Core Features & Use Cases

Context Overview: summarize the context directory and key metadata.
File Health: indicate loaded vs empty files in the context and show per-file summaries like TASKS.md, DECISIONS.md, GLOSSARY.md.
Actionable Insights: surface potential bottlenecks, such as empty core files or high token usage.
Use Case: Imagine starting a sprint; ctx-status shows what remains open and what to prioritize.

Quick Start

Ask ctx-status to display the current context summary for your session.

Frequently Asked Questions about ctx-status

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I check project context status and token budget at a glance?▼

To check project context status, you generate a concise summary that surfaces tracked files, token budget, and recent activity. It parses context metadata to provide an actionable snapshot of your session.

What is the best way to track tasks and file health in a development session?▼

Tracking tasks and file health involves aggregating file states to indicate loaded versus empty files. It surfaces per-file summaries for core files like TASKS.md and DECISIONS.md to highlight potential bottlenecks.

Can I get a machine-readable context summary for scripting automation?▼

Yes, you can get a machine-readable context summary for scripting. The overview parses context metadata and aggregates file states into a concise format, enabling automated processing of your session data.

How do I identify empty core files and high token usage bottlenecks?▼

To identify bottlenecks like empty core files or high token usage, you surface actionable insights from the context directory. It evaluates file health and token budget metadata to flag potential project issues.

Does generating a context overview work without external dependencies?▼

Generating a context overview works without external dependencies. It parses internal context metadata directly to summarize the context directory, file states, and recent session activity.