handoff-prompt

Generate a compact, transfer-ready prompt for the next agent.

1|Updated Apr 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/t-uda/skills --skill handoff-prompt
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: handoff-prompt
Source: https://github.com/t-uda/skills/tree/main/skills/handoff-prompt
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/t-uda/skills --skill handoff-prompt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This capability generates a minimal, transfer-ready prompt that enables the next agent or stage to pick up work with minimal context, avoiding unnecessary background or rework.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Compact transfer prompts that specify the immediate task, starting references, already-decided constraints, and expected outputs.
  • Context preservation that keeps non-obvious decisions and critical constraints intact while excluding irrelevant history.
  • Use Case: handoffs between coding agents, orchestrators, reviewers, or deployment stages to ensure seamless continuation of work.

Quick Start

Provide a minimal transfer prompt for the next agent and nothing else.

Frequently Asked Questions about handoff-prompt

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

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How do I create a handoff prompt for transferring tasks between AI agents?

To create an agent handoff prompt, generate a compact, transfer-ready prompt that specifies the immediate task, starting references, already-decided constraints, and expected outputs for the next agent. This enables autonomous execution without requiring user clarification.

What is the best way to pass a plan to an orchestrator agent without losing context?

The best way to pass a plan to an orchestrator is by generating a concise transfer prompt that preserves non-obvious decisions and critical constraints while excluding irrelevant history and duplicated documentation, ensuring seamless continuation of work.

How do I split work across multiple agents and ensure autonomous execution?

To split work across multiple agents, generate a minimal, transfer-ready prompt for each stage that includes only the immediate task, starting references, and expected outputs. This excludes unnecessary background, preventing rework and enabling autonomous execution.

Can I use a compact transfer prompt to hand off research results to an implementation agent?

Yes, you can hand off research results to an implementation agent by generating a minimal transfer prompt. It specifies the immediate task and starting references while preserving non-obvious context, allowing the implementation agent to begin work immediately.

What should a task transfer prompt exclude to avoid unnecessary rework?

A task transfer prompt should exclude duplicated documentation and irrelevant history to avoid unnecessary rework. It must be output-only and concise, preserving only non-obvious decisions and critical constraints for the next agent.

Do I need to provide background documentation when handing off tasks between coding agents?

No, you do not need to provide background documentation when handing off tasks between coding agents. The generated prompt excludes duplicated documentation, keeping non-obvious context intact so the next agent can execute autonomously without user clarification.