linux-clipboard

Read and write Linux clipboard content using xclip or xsel.

36|2|Updated Feb 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small --skill linux-clipboard
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: linux-clipboard
Source: https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small/tree/main/instances/xiaodazi/skills/linux-clipboard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small --skill linux-clipboard

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to programmatically interact with the Linux system clipboard, enabling seamless data transfer between applications and scripts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read Clipboard: Retrieve the current content of the clipboard.
  • Write to Clipboard: Copy specified text or file content to the clipboard.
  • Use Case: Automatically copy the output of a command to your clipboard so you can paste it into an email or document.

Quick Start

Copy the text 'Hello, world!' to your Linux clipboard.

Frequently Asked Questions about linux-clipboard

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I copy command line output to the Linux clipboard?

You can copy command line output to the Linux clipboard by piping text to command-line utilities like xclip or xsel, which facilitates seamless inter-application data transfer.

Do I need to install xclip or xsel packages to manage the Linux clipboard?

Yes, you need to install either the xclip or xsel packages on your Linux operating system, because this Skill relies on these command-line utilities to read from and write to the clipboard.

Can I retrieve the current text content from the Linux clipboard programmatically?

Yes, you can retrieve current text content from the Linux clipboard programmatically by executing read operations through the supported command-line utilities xclip or xsel.

What is the best way to transfer file content between Linux applications using the clipboard?

The best way to transfer file content between Linux applications is writing it to the clipboard using xclip or xsel, enabling seamless data transfer between scripts and target applications.

Does the Linux clipboard Skill support both reading from and writing to system clipboard?

Yes, the Linux clipboard Skill supports both reading current clipboard content and writing specified text or file content to it using xclip or xsel command-line utilities.