handoff

Name: handoff
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Author: Haohao

Compress a conversation into a structured handoff document for the next session.

779|80|Updated Jun 20, 2025

Search Tags:#handoff #session continuity #agent collaboration #conversation summarization #prompt-only #workflow productivity

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Haohao-end/openagent --skill handoff-haohao-end

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: handoff
Source: https://github.com/Haohao-end/openagent/tree/main/api/internal/core/skills/catalog/handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Haohao-end/openagent --skill handoff-haohao-end

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It solves the problem of losing important context when handing work from one agent session to another.

Core Features & Use Cases

Conversation Compression: Condenses the current dialogue into a handoff document so the next agent does not need to replay the full chat history.
State Preservation: Captures key facts, current status, and what has already been changed or produced.
Continuity Planning: Clearly lists unfinished items, risks, and recommended next steps, using existing outputs, links, and paths instead of repeating large blocks.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to run the handoff skill to compress the current conversation into a handoff document for the next agent to continue immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions about handoff

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I summarize an agent conversation for the next session?▼

To summarize an agent conversation for session continuity, the Skill compresses the current dialogue into a structured handoff document. It captures key facts, current state, changes made, and recommended next steps without repeating large verbatim chat logs.

What is the best way to preserve context when handing off work to another agent?▼

The best way to preserve context when handing off work to another agent is to generate a structured summary covering facts, current status, and unfinished items. This ensures the next agent can continue immediately without replaying the full chat history.

How do I create a handoff document that lists unfinished tasks and risks?▼

You create a handoff document by asking the AI to run the handoff skill, which applies conversation summarization to produce a clear next step. The output clearly lists unfinished items, risks, and recommended next steps using existing outputs and paths.

Can I maintain workflow productivity without replaying the full chat history?▼

Yes, you can maintain workflow productivity without replaying the full chat history by compressing the conversation into a handoff document. This document preserves context and outcomes so the next agent session can continue work immediately.

Does the handoff document include verbatim chat logs?▼

No, the handoff document does not include verbatim chat logs. It uses conversation compression to reference existing outputs, links, and paths instead of repeating large blocks, ensuring the next agent receives a clear next step without unnecessary text.