handoff

Summarize a conversation into a handoff markdown file for the next agent.

1|1|Updated Feb 5, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/ntk148v/skills --skill handoff-ntk148v

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: handoff
Source: https://github.com/ntk148v/skills/tree/main/skills/handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ntk148v/skills --skill handoff-ntk148v

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It prevents losing critical context by compacting a conversation into a handoff document another agent can continue immediately.

Core Features & Use Cases

Conversation Compaction: Summarizes the current discussion into a concise continuation-ready artifact.
Deduplication by Artifacts: Avoids repeating content already captured elsewhere (PRDs, plans, ADRs, issues, commits, diffs) by referencing their locations.
Next-Session Targeting: Tailors the handoff based on any provided arguments describing the next session’s focus.

Quick Start

Use the handoff skill to write a continuation document to a temporary path produced by mktemp so a fresh agent can resume the work.

Frequently Asked Questions about handoff

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I preserve project context when handing off to a new agent?▼

Preserve project context during an agent handoff by summarizing the conversation into a continuation-ready markdown document, allowing a new agent to resume seamlessly without losing critical context or duplicating existing artifacts.

How does conversation summarization work for multi-agent task handoffs?▼

Conversation summarization for multi-agent task handoffs compacts the current discussion into a concise transfer document, referencing existing artifacts by path or URL to avoid repeating content already captured in PRDs, plans, or commits.

Can I target the next session focus when creating a handoff document?▼

Yes, you can tailor the handoff document by providing arguments that describe the next session's focus, ensuring the new agent receives context specifically targeted for its upcoming tasks.

Do I need a temporary file path to write an agent handoff document?▼

Yes, you need to use mktemp to create a temporary file path for writing the handoff markdown, allowing a fresh agent to immediately locate and resume the work.

How do I avoid duplicating existing artifacts like PRDs and ADRs in a handoff?▼

Avoid duplicating existing artifacts like PRDs and ADRs by referencing their locations by path or URL within the handoff document, keeping the transfer file concise while preserving context.