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install-skill

Install skills from URLs or Git repositories into the local skills directory.

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Search Tags:#automation#git#skills#url#management#install
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/openakita/openakita --skill install-skill-openakita
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: install-skill
Source: https://github.com/openakita/openakita/tree/main/skills/system/install-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/openakita/openakita --skill install-skill-openakita

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of expanding your AI's capabilities by allowing you to easily install new skills directly from web URLs or Git repositories.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Install from URL: Add a single SKILL.md file from a direct URL.
  • Install from Git: Clone a Git repository and automatically detect and install skills within it.
  • Specify Subdirectory: For Git repositories, you can point to a specific subfolder containing the skill.
  • Use Case: You found a useful new skill on GitHub that helps manage your calendar. Use this install-skill to add it to your OpenAkita instance without manual file management.

Quick Start

Install the skill from the GitHub repository located at https://github.com/user/new-skill-repo.

Frequently Asked Questions about install-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I install AI skills from a Git repository URL?▼

To install AI skills from a Git repository, you provide the repository URL to automatically clone it and detect skills within the local skills directory. This simplifies expanding functionality without manual file management.

Can I add a single SKILL.md file directly from a web URL?▼

Yes, you can add a single SKILL.md file directly from a web URL. This allows you to quickly integrate individual skill definitions into your local environment without cloning an entire repository.

How do I install a skill located in a specific subdirectory of a Git repo?▼

You can install a skill from a specific subdirectory by specifying the subfolder path during Git repository installation. This targets the exact directory containing the skill while cloning the repository.

What is the best way to expand AI capabilities using external skill sources?▼

The best way to expand AI capabilities is by installing new skills from external web URLs or Git repositories. This automates skill discovery and integration directly into your local skills directory.

Do I need manual file management to add new skills from GitHub?▼

No, you do not need manual file management to add new skills from GitHub. The installation process handles cloning Git repositories and automatically detecting skill files for local setup.

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