loop

Schedule recurring tasks with fixed or dynamic intervals and event-driven triggers.

Updated Mar 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/shankur/dots --skill loop-shankur
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: loop
Source: https://github.com/shankur/dots/tree/main/dot_cursor/skills-cursor/loop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shankur/dots --skill loop-shankur

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The loop Skill solves the problem of scheduling recurring tasks on a variable or fixed interval, reducing manual intervention and ensuring consistency in task execution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fixed Schedule Execution: Run a specified prompt or skill at regular intervals (e.g., every 5 minutes, every hour).
  • Dynamic Schedule Execution: Self-pace the task based on events or time intervals, allowing for more flexibility.
  • Prompt Payload Handling: Supports dynamic prompts with varying content over time.
  • Use Case: Use loop to regularly check for updates on a project or to run automated reports without manual scheduling.

Quick Start

Schedule a task to run every 30 seconds using the loop Skill with the command '/loop 30s /check_status'.

Frequently Asked Questions about loop

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

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How do I automate recurring tasks with customizable intervals?

Automate recurring tasks by scheduling them at fixed or dynamic intervals, reducing manual intervention and ensuring consistent execution. You can run specified prompts or skills regularly, such as every 5 minutes, to handle automated processes.

What is the best way to schedule event-driven tasks dynamically?

Schedule event-driven tasks dynamically by self-pacing task execution based on specific events or time intervals. This dynamic scheduling approach provides flexibility compared to fixed schedules, allowing tasks to trigger when needed.

How do I run a prompt at regular intervals like every 30 seconds?

Run a prompt at regular intervals using the loop command syntax, such as '/loop 30s /check_status'. This fixed schedule execution automates the specified prompt or skill at the designated recurring time interval.

Can I use dynamic prompt payloads that change content over time?

You can handle dynamic prompt payloads that support varying content over time. This allows the automated, recurring task execution to process different prompt inputs during each scheduled interval or event-driven trigger.

Does dynamic scheduling support self-paced task execution based on events?

Dynamic scheduling supports self-paced task execution based on events or time intervals. This allows for flexible, event-driven triggers instead of relying solely on fixed, recurring schedule intervals for task automation.