index-content

Generate an index.md with per-file summaries and dates for directories.

Updated Mar 25, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #documentation #indexing #code #directory #index #summaries

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Haslien/My-Claude-Skills --skill index-content

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: index-content
Source: https://github.com/Haslien/My-Claude-Skills/tree/main/.claude/skills/index-content
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Haslien/My-Claude-Skills --skill index-content

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Indexes and summarizes a directory into a readable index.md, making large collections of files navigable and understandable for humans and AI agents.

Core Features & Use Cases

Create an index.md that lists every file, with per-file summaries and dates.
Supports both document-mode (md/pdf/txt) and code-mode (ts/js/py/go) to present relevant metadata.
Use cases: onboarding a new project, auditing a folder, or quickly sharing a directory structure with others.

Quick Start

Run the index-content skill to generate an initial index.md for a target directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about index-content

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I generate a directory index for a codebase?▼

To generate a directory index for a codebase, use this tool to automatically create an index.md file that lists every file with per-file summaries. It selects code-mode based on file types like ts, js, py, and go.

What is the best way to summarize document folders into a navigable list?▼

The best way to summarize document folders is generating an index.md that lists every file with summaries and derived dates. It applies document-mode to formats like md, pdf, and txt for quick scanning.

Can I use this for project onboarding and folder auditing?▼

Yes, you can use this for project onboarding and folder auditing by generating a readable index.md. It makes large collections of files navigable and understandable for both humans and AI agents.

Does the generated index.md support both code and document file types?▼

Yes, the generated index.md supports both code and document file types. It automatically selects the appropriate mode to present relevant metadata for formats like pdf, txt, js, and py.

How do I automate creating an index of files with summaries and dates?▼

You automate creating an index of files by running the indexing skill against your target directory. It automatically extracts dates for document mode and provides an overview with per-file summaries.