edit-agent
OfficialCreate and refine Claude Code sub-agents.
System Documentation
What problem does it solve?
Creates and modifies Claude Code sub-agents following best practices. Use when user requests creating, updating, modifying, improving, or editing sub-agents. Triggers include "create/make/new agent", "sub-agent for X", file paths with /agents/, "update/modify/improve agent Y". Handles agent structure, YAML frontmatter (name, description, tools, model), system prompt design, tool restrictions (minimal permissions), isolated context benefits. Delegates to edit-tool orchestrator if uncertain about tool type (agent vs skill vs command vs script).
Core Features & Use Cases
- Provides a structured template and validation process for editing or creating Claude Code sub-agents.
- Enforces frontmatter conventions, model selection, and tool scoping to maintain isolation and safety.
- Use cases: updating an existing sub-agent, creating a new sub-agent, adjusting tool permissions, or refining system prompts for consistency.
Quick Start
Provide a detailed plan to initiate editing or creating a sub-agent, including required details such as purpose, triggers, and tools.
Dependency Matrix
Required Modules
None requiredComponents
Standard package💻 Claude Code Installation
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Please help me install this Skill: Name: edit-agent Download link: https://github.com/digital-stoic-org/agent-skills/archive/main.zip#edit-agent Please download this .zip file, extract it, and install it in the .claude/skills/ directory.
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