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get-chat-history

Retrieve recent user, assistant, and system messages from an IM channel.

9|2|Updated Mar 18, 2026
Search Tags:#context#history#conversation#chat#retrieve#system-messages#im-channel
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AllBeingsFuture/AllBeingsFuture --skill get-chat-history-allbeingsfuture
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: get-chat-history
Source: https://github.com/AllBeingsFuture/AllBeingsFuture/tree/main/electron/embedded-assets/skills/system/get-chat-history
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AllBeingsFuture/AllBeingsFuture --skill get-chat-history-allbeingsfuture

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides a simple way to retrieve the current conversation context so agents or users can review recent user messages, assistant replies, and system task notifications to resolve ambiguity or continue workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Retrieve conversation history: Return user messages, assistant replies, and system notifications for a given IM channel.
  • Configurable scope: Support for limiting the number of returned messages and choosing whether to include system/task notifications.
  • Use Cases: When a user asks "what did I just send", when an agent needs recent context to make a decision, or when auditing recent system notifications in a session.

Quick Start

Use the get-chat-history skill to retrieve the most recent 20 messages including system notifications.

Frequently Asked Questions about get-chat-history

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve chat history within an IM channel?▼

You can retrieve chat history by returning recent user messages, assistant replies, and system notifications within an IM channel to review conversation context or clarify user queries.

Can I limit the number of messages returned when retrieving conversation history?▼

Yes, you can limit retrieved conversation history using an optional message limit parameter to control the exact number of recent chat messages returned for context-aware agents.

How do I include system notifications when fetching recent chat messages?▼

You can include system notifications when fetching chat messages by applying an optional parameter that ensures system and task notifications are returned alongside user messages and assistant replies.

When do I need to retrieve conversation context for agents?▼

You need to retrieve conversation context for agents when resolving user query ambiguity, referencing prior instructions, or auditing recent system notifications to continue workflows accurately.

Does get-chat-history require any dependencies to review recent chat messages?▼

No, get-chat-history has zero dependencies, allowing you to instantly recall recent chat messages and structured message lists without requiring additional environment setup or component installations.

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