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edit-skill

List, view, and edit Claude Code skills via SKILL.md files.

Updated Sep 8, 2022
Search Tags:#workflow#editing#skill-management#claude-code#frontmatter#skill-editor
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/WouterWisse/wouterwisse.com --skill edit-skill-wouterwisse
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: edit-skill
Source: https://github.com/WouterWisse/wouterwisse.com/tree/main/.claude/skills/edit-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/WouterWisse/wouterwisse.com --skill edit-skill-wouterwisse

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Centralizes and simplifies the management of Claude Code skills by enabling quick viewing, editing, and creation of skill definitions and their instructional content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • List all available Claude Code skills by scanning the .claude/skills directory for SKILL.md or skill.md files.
  • View a selected skill to review its frontmatter (name, description, allowed-tools) and its instructional sections.
  • Edit existing skills or create new ones using a guided template and consistent structure.

Quick Start

Prompt the editor to list all skills, view a specific skill, or start creating a new skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about edit-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I edit existing Claude Code skills and their SKILL.md frontmatter?▼

To edit Claude Code skills, you can scan the .claude/skills directory to list available skills, select one to view its frontmatter and content, and apply structural edits using a guided template for safe modification.

What is the best way to create new skill definitions for Claude Code?▼

Creating new Claude Code skills is done using a guided template that ensures consistent structure, validating the SKILL.md frontmatter and instructional content before writing the file to the correct directory.

How can I list all available Claude Code skills in my project?▼

Listing all available Claude Code skills involves scanning the .claude/skills directory for SKILL.md or skill.md files, reading their frontmatter to display a complete inventory of skill definitions currently configured.

Can I view the instructional content and allowed-tools of a specific Claude Code skill?▼

Viewing a specific Claude Code skill allows you to review its full content, including the frontmatter fields like name, description, allowed-tools, and the instructional sections defined within the SKILL.md file.

Does the Claude Code skill editor validate the structure of SKILL.md files?▼

The Claude Code skill editor validates the structure of SKILL.md files during viewing and editing workflows, ensuring the frontmatter and instructional content maintain a consistent and safe format before applying changes.

What are the limitations of manually editing Claude Code skill files without a skill editor?▼

Manually editing Claude Code skill files without a skill editor risks breaking the SKILL.md frontmatter structure and instructional sections, whereas a guided editor validates content and ensures safe editing workflows using Read, Write, and Edit tools.

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