find-skills

Search and install agent skills using the Skills CLI.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sethcarlton/dotfiles --skill find-skills-sethcarlton
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: find-skills
Source: https://github.com/sethcarlton/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/find-skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sethcarlton/dotfiles --skill find-skills-sethcarlton

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps users discover and install agent skills when they ask questions like "how do I do X", "find a skill for X", or express interest in extending capabilities. It should be used when the user is looking for functionality that might exist as an installable skill.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skills CLI integration: Use the Skills CLI (npx skills) to search for, install, check for updates, and manage installed skills.
  • Browse and discover: Browse available skills at https://skills.sh/ and identify candidates that match user needs.
  • Guided installation: Provide clear install commands and guidance to add new skills to the agent.

Quick Start

To search for skills: npx skills find <query> To install a skill: npx skills add owner/repo@skill Learn more: https://skills.sh/

Frequently Asked Questions about find-skills

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

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How do I discover and install agent skills using npx?

To discover agent skills, run `npx skills find <query>` in your CLI to search the ecosystem, then install a specific skill using `npx skills add <owner/repo@skill>`. You can also browse the full catalog online at skills.sh to find matching tools and templates.

What is the open agent skills ecosystem and how do I search it?

The open agent skills ecosystem is a collection of installable tools, templates, and workflows for extending agent capabilities. You search it by running `npx skills find <query>` via the Skills CLI or by browsing the available catalog directly at https://skills.sh/.

Can I use the Skills CLI to check for updates to installed skills?

Yes, the Skills CLI supports checking for updates and managing installed skills. You use the `npx skills` command-line interface to search, install, check for updates, and maintain agent skills within the open ecosystem directly from your terminal environment.

What is the best way to find a CLI skill for a specific domain or capability?

The best way to find a skill for a specific domain is to use the Skills CLI with `npx skills find <query>`, replacing the query with your desired capability. Alternatively, browse the categorized catalog at skills.sh to identify and evaluate candidates that match your needs.

Do I need any dependencies to browse and install agent skills?

You do not need any pre-installed dependencies beyond Node.js to browse and install agent skills, as the process relies on npx to execute the Skills CLI. You can instantly search the ecosystem and add new skills without managing external package requirements.

When should I use the npx skills command to extend agent capabilities?

You should use the `npx skills` command when you ask how to perform a specific task, need to find a skill for a domain, or want to extend agent capabilities with new tools and workflows. It provides guided installation and management for ecosystem skills.