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issues

Create, list, and view GitHub issues using the gh CLI.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#issue management#gh#command-line#labels#GitHub issues
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Shpigford/skills --skill issues-shpigford
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: issues
Source: https://github.com/Shpigford/skills/tree/main/issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Shpigford/skills --skill issues-shpigford

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies GitHub issue management by letting you create, list, and view issues directly from the command line using the gh CLI, reducing context switching and manual navigation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create new issues with a title, body, and optional labels in any repository.
  • List open issues with common filters (assignee, label, author, state).
  • View issue details, including title, body, labels, assignees, and comments.
  • Quickly triage work by turning notes or conversations into issues without leaving the terminal.
  • Supports error handling for authentication and repository context to guide users when gh commands fail.

Quick Start

Use the gh CLI to perform the core actions:

  • Create: gh issue create --title "Bug in login" --body "Details..." --label "bug"
  • List: gh issue list
  • View: gh issue view 42

Frequently Asked Questions about issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create GitHub issues from the command line?▼

To create GitHub issues from the command line, use the gh CLI to execute a command specifying the title, body, and optional labels. This skill simplifies issue management by allowing you to generate issues directly without navigating the web interface.

Can I list and filter open GitHub issues using gh?▼

Yes, you can list and filter open GitHub issues using gh. The skill supports listing issues with common filters such as assignee, label, author, and state, enabling quick triage directly from your terminal.

Do I need to configure authentication to manage GitHub issues with gh?▼

Yes, you need to configure authentication to manage GitHub issues with gh. The skill requires the gh CLI and a configured authentication context, providing error handling and guidance to help resolve issues when gh commands fail.

What is the best way to view GitHub issue details and comments in the terminal?▼

The best way to view GitHub issue details and comments in the terminal is using the gh CLI. This skill enables you to view issue specifics including title, body, labels, assignees, and comments without leaving your command line environment.

Why do my gh commands fail when creating issues across repositories?▼

Your gh commands fail when creating issues across repositories due to missing repository context or authentication errors. This skill provides guidance for authentication and repository context setup to help troubleshoot and resolve these command failures.

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