install

Discover and install Claude tools to global or project targets.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#CLI #install #copy #tools discovery #symlink #Claude tools

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npx skills add https://github.com/robdmc/claude_tools --skill install

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Skill: install
Source: https://github.com/robdmc/claude_tools/tree/main/.claude/skills/install
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robdmc/claude_tools --skill install

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the discovery and deployment of Claude tools from the repository to the specified target locations, simplifying setup across environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

Discover available tools and their components (skills, agents, commands) from the repository.
Install selected tools to a global or project location using copy or symlink methods.
Manage existing installations by replacing or updating tool components to reflect repository state.

Quick Start

Run the discovery script to list tools: python {SKILL_DIR}/install.py --list

To install tools, run: python {SKILL_DIR}/install.py --install --target <global|project> --mode <copy|symlink> --tools <tool1,tool2,...>

Frequently Asked Questions about install

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

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Does this CLI tool support updating existing tool installations?▼

Yes, the tool manages existing installations by replacing or updating tool components to reflect the current repository state, ensuring deployed skills, agents, and commands remain synchronized.

How do I install Claude tools globally or per-project from a repository?▼

You can install Claude tools globally or per-project by running a Python script that automates discovery and deployment, copying or symlinking tool components like skills, agents, and commands to specified target locations.

Can I list available Claude tools before choosing which ones to install?▼

Yes, you can list available tools by running the discovery script with the list flag, which extracts tool metadata and detects components like skills, agents, and commands from the repository.

What is the difference between copy and symlink installation modes for Claude tools?▼

Copy installation duplicates tool files to the target location, while symlink installation creates links to the repository, allowing existing installations to reflect repository state updates automatically.

Does this CLI tool support updating existing tool installations?▼

Yes, the tool manages existing installations by replacing or updating tool components to reflect the current repository state, ensuring deployed skills, agents, and commands remain synchronized.

What components can be discovered and deployed when installing Claude tools?▼

The discovery and deployment process detects and installs skills, agents, and commands, extracting tool metadata from the repository and applying filesystem operations to place them in target locations.