find_files

Search directory trees recursively for files matching glob patterns.

8|Updated Mar 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/OpenAuthority/clawthority --skill find-files
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Skill: find_files
Source: https://github.com/OpenAuthority/clawthority/tree/main/examples/skills/find_files
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OpenAuthority/clawthority --skill find-files

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Search a directory tree recursively for files whose relative path matches a glob pattern and return an array of absolute file paths.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Recursive traversal to locate files across a project directory
  • Glob pattern matching against relative paths (supports *, **, ?, and {a,b})
  • Returns an array of absolute file paths for all matching files
  • Does not read file contents or follow symbolic links

Quick Start

Find all files matching the glob '**/*.ts' under a given root.

Frequently Asked Questions about find_files

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find files across a project directory using glob patterns?

To find files across a project directory, you search recursively and match relative paths against a glob pattern, receiving an array of absolute file paths for all matching results.

Does recursive glob search support pattern matching with wildcards and braces?

Recursive glob search supports pattern matching with wildcards, specifically *, **, ?, and {a,b}, to match relative paths and return absolute file paths.

Can I search for files and read their contents at the same time?

You cannot search and read file contents simultaneously, because this search only matches glob patterns against relative paths and returns absolute file paths without reading contents.

What are the limitations of finding files with glob patterns in a project?

Limitations of finding files with glob patterns include not reading file contents and not following symbolic links during the recursive directory traversal.

Why does my glob pattern search fail to locate files through symbolic links?

Your glob pattern search fails because the recursive traversal explicitly does not follow symbolic links, returning only absolute file paths for direct matches.