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example-skill

Generate a Claude Code plugin skill skeleton with SKILL.md frontmatter and directory layout.

Updated Apr 26, 2026
Search Tags:#template#documentation#best-practices#skill-development#frontmatter#directory-structure#claude-code-plugin
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/GongXLiang/plot-study --skill example-skill-gongxliang
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: example-skill
Source: https://github.com/GongXLiang/plot-study/tree/main/.claude/plugins/marketplaces/claude-plugins-official/plugins/example-plugin/skills/example-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/GongXLiang/plot-study --skill example-skill-gongxliang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams and individuals quickly scaffold Claude Code plugin skills by providing a ready-to-use skeleton, frontmatter schema, and directory layout as a reference template.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides a complete example SKILL.md with required frontmatter (name, description) and optional version.
  • Demonstrates a standard directory structure for skills (skills/, scripts/, references/, assets/) and how to document practices.
  • Useful for onboarding new developers and teaching best practices for Claude Code plugin skill creation.

Quick Start

Create a new skill directory with a SKILL.md frontmatter and follow the example structure to begin building your own skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about example-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a Claude Code plugin skill?▼

Structure a Claude Code plugin skill by creating a SKILL.md file with required frontmatter and organizing directories like scripts/, references/, and assets/. This template provides a ready-to-use skeleton to scaffold your layout.

What frontmatter fields are required for a SKILL.md file?▼

A valid SKILL.md requires name and description frontmatter fields, with an optional version field. This template demonstrates the exact schema needed to register and document your skill properly.

What is the standard directory structure for Claude Code plugin skills?▼

The standard directory structure separates components into skills/, scripts/, references/, and assets/ folders. This template demonstrates this layout to help you organize code, documentation, and resources effectively.

Can I use this template to onboard developers to skill development best practices?▼

Yes, you can use this template to onboard developers to skill development best practices. It provides a complete example SKILL.md and directory layout to teach teams how to structure and document new skills.

Do I need any dependencies to scaffold a skill using this template?▼

No dependencies are required to scaffold a skill using this template. It provides a ready-to-use skeleton and frontmatter schema you can copy directly to begin building your own Claude Code plugin.

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