kestral-tasks

Search, retrieve, and modify Kestral project management tasks via MCP.

4|Updated May 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Kestral-Team/kestral-plugins --skill kestral-tasks
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: kestral-tasks
Source: https://github.com/Kestral-Team/kestral-plugins/tree/main/skills/kestral-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Kestral-Team/kestral-plugins --skill kestral-tasks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the need to switch between your AI coding environment and your project management tool by allowing you to search, view, and update tasks directly within the conversation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Task Management: Search for tasks by keyword, status, priority, or assignee using natural language.
  • Seamless Updates: Update task statuses, assignees, or add comments without leaving your IDE.
  • Contextual Awareness: Pull project data into your workflow to ensure your AI agent has the latest information on task progress and project requirements.

Quick Start

Use the kestral-tasks skill to list all my active tasks assigned to me.

Frequently Asked Questions about kestral-tasks

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

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How do I manage project management tasks directly from my chat interface?

You can manage project management tasks directly from your chat by using natural language to search, view, and update task statuses, assignees, or comments without leaving your environment.

Can I filter workspace tasks by status, priority, and assignee using natural language?

Yes, you can filter workspace tasks by status, priority, and assignee using natural language queries to retrieve and modify specific project management items.

Do I need an active MCP connection to retrieve and update tasks?

Yes, you need an active MCP connection to the Kestral API to perform authenticated read and write operations on project management task entities.

How do I pull project task progress and requirements into my AI workflow?

You can pull project task progress and requirements into your AI workflow by requesting active tasks, which ensures your AI agent has the latest contextual project data.

What is the best way to update task assignees and add comments without switching tools?

The best way to update task assignees and add comments without switching tools is to issue natural language commands in your chat to search and modify the relevant task entities.

Does this skill work with other project management tools or only Kestral workspaces?

This skill specifically facilitates search, retrieval, and modification of tasks within a Kestral workspace and requires the Kestral API to perform authenticated operations.