filesystem

Search files by criteria and content using find and grep.

3|Updated Feb 13, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/jholhewres/goclaw-skills --skill filesystem-jholhewres
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Skill: filesystem
Source: https://github.com/jholhewres/goclaw-skills/tree/main/skills/filesystem
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jholhewres/goclaw-skills --skill filesystem-jholhewres

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides powerful command-line tools for managing, searching, and manipulating files and directories, streamlining complex file system tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Advanced File Searching: Locate files based on name, size, modification time, and permissions using find.
  • Content Searching: Quickly search within files for specific patterns using grep and rg.
  • Efficient Copying & Syncing: Synchronize directories and transfer files reliably with rsync.
  • Disk Usage Analysis: Understand disk space consumption with du and df.
  • File Operations: Perform bulk renaming, creation, deletion, and archiving.

Quick Start

Use the filesystem skill to find all files ending with '.log' in the current directory and its subdirectories.

Frequently Asked Questions about filesystem

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for files by name, size, or modification time across complex directory structures?

You can search for files by name, size, modification time, and permissions using the find command. This allows precise location of specific files within large datasets and complex directory structures.

What is the best way to synchronize large directories and transfer files reliably?

Directory synchronization and reliable file transfers are best handled using rsync. It efficiently copies files and synchronizes directories to ensure your file structures match across locations.

Can I search for specific text patterns within multiple files at once?

Yes, you can search within files for specific patterns using grep and rg. This content searching capability quickly identifies matching text across multiple files in your file system.

Do I need specific command-line utilities installed to perform advanced file system operations?

Yes, you need command-line utilities like find, rsync, grep, and du installed. These tools are required to execute the advanced file system searching, syncing, and disk usage analysis operations.

How do I analyze disk usage to understand what is consuming my storage space?

You analyze disk space consumption using the du and df commands. These utilities help you understand disk usage by showing exactly how much space specific files and directories consume.

What are the limitations when performing bulk file operations like renaming or deletion?

Bulk file operations like renaming, creation, deletion, and archiving are limited by the underlying command-line utilities available. Ensure you have proper permissions to manipulate complex file structures safely.