knowz-amend

Apply targeted server-side edits to existing Knowz knowledge base items.

1|Updated Mar 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/knowz-io/knowz-skills --skill knowz-amend
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Skill: knowz-amend
Source: https://github.com/knowz-io/knowz-skills/tree/main/plugins/knowz/skills/knowz-amend
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/knowz-io/knowz-skills --skill knowz-amend

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the friction of updating existing knowledge base entries by allowing targeted, partial edits instead of requiring a full rewrite of the content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Targeted Patching: Update specific fields, tags, or lines within a knowledge item without re-entering the entire body.
  • Conflict Resolution: Includes built-in safety checks to handle missing items or concurrent modifications.
  • Use Case: If you have a long-standing documentation entry for an API and need to update just one parameter description, this skill applies the change directly to the existing record.

Quick Start

Use the knowz-amend skill to update the authentication section of the existing knowledge item with the new API key rotation policy.

Frequently Asked Questions about knowz-amend

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I update specific sections of an existing documentation entry without a full rewrite?

You can apply targeted partial edits to specific fields, tags, or lines within a knowledge base item using delta patches, avoiding the need to re-enter the entire body of the documentation.

How does partial knowledge base editing handle missing items or concurrent modifications?

Partial knowledge base editing includes built-in safety checks for conflict resolution to handle missing items or concurrent modifications during server-side updates.

Do I need MCP tools to apply targeted edits to a knowledge vault?

Yes, you need Knowz MCP tools to resolve existing item IDs and execute atomic delta patches for applying targeted edits to your knowledge vault.

Can I update just the metadata and tags of a knowledge item without changing the content body?

Yes, targeted patching allows you to update specific fields or tags within a knowledge item independently without replacing the entire content body.

What is the best way to patch a single API parameter description in a large knowledge base?

The best way is using atomic delta patches to apply the change directly to the existing record, ensuring only the specific parameter description is updated.

Are there limitations when applying server-side edits to knowledge base documentation?

Server-side edits require existing item IDs resolved via MCP tools; without proper integration, targeted patching cannot execute and safety checks may block updates to missing items.