expand

Expand sparse findings into detailed descriptions with cited evidence.

14|6|Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tyevans/tackline --skill expand-tyevans
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: expand
Source: https://github.com/tyevans/tackline/tree/main/skills/core/expand
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tyevans/tackline --skill expand-tyevans

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses situations where initial findings or data points are too brief or lack sufficient detail for effective decision-making or action.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Elaboration: Expands concise items into detailed paragraphs, providing context and implications.
  • Enrichment: Adds concrete examples, evidence, or implementation guidance to existing items.
  • Use Case: After a distill operation has summarized potential issues, use expand to flesh out the most critical findings with specific code references and explanations before assigning them as tasks.

Quick Start

Use the expand skill to elaborate on the previous findings with more detail.

Frequently Asked Questions about expand

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I expand sparse findings into detailed descriptions with context and evidence?

To expand sparse findings, use elaboration techniques that parse brief input items, detect targets for expansion, and ground new claims in cited sources using tools like Grep and WebSearch to add necessary depth.

What is the best way to add detail and context to terse summary outputs?

Adding detail to terse summary outputs requires enriching the text with concrete examples and implementation guidance, expanding concise items into detailed paragraphs that provide sufficient context for downstream decision-making.

How do I elaborate on summarized issues before assigning them as tasks?

To elaborate on summarized issues before task assignment, expand the critical findings by adding specific code references, detailed explanations, and cited evidence to ensure the output is actionable for users.

Why do my compressed findings lack sufficient detail for effective decision-making?

Compressed findings lack detail for decision-making because initial data points are often too brief; elaboration is required to parse input items and enrich them with concrete examples and implementation guidance.

Can I use WebSearch and Grep to ground expanded claims in cited sources?

Yes, you can use WebSearch and Grep to ground expanded claims in cited sources, ensuring that added depth, context, and evidence are properly verified and referenced for downstream consumption.

When do I need to enrich brief data points with concrete examples and implementation guidance?

You need to enrich brief data points with concrete examples and implementation guidance when prior outputs are too terse for downstream consumption or user action, requiring elaboration to provide full context and implications.