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markdown-authoring

Format new Markdown files to an 80-character authoring standard.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#markdown#formatting#authoring#frontmatter#style-guide
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dungle-scrubs/agent-config --skill markdown-authoring
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: markdown-authoring
Source: https://github.com/dungle-scrubs/agent-config/tree/main/stow/shared/skills/markdown-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dungle-scrubs/agent-config --skill markdown-authoring

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enforces consistent Markdown formatting when creating new .md documents, reducing manual styling tasks and ensuring uniform structure across projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Line length guidance: 80 characters max for natural language content and automatic wrapping for readability.
  • Structural integrity: preserves code fences, URLs, frontmatter, and headings while formatting body text.
  • Use Case: authoring new project documentation, READMEs, and notes with standardized spacing and frontmatter.

Quick Start

Format the new markdown file according to the Markdown Authoring Standards to achieve compliant line lengths, spacing, and frontmatter structure.

Frequently Asked Questions about markdown-authoring

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I standardize Markdown formatting for new project documentation?▼

This Markdown formatting approach enforces an 80-character line limit for natural language content while preserving code blocks, URLs, headings, and YAML frontmatter. It applies standardized spacing without altering body content.

How do I enforce an 80-character line limit in Markdown files?▼

You can enforce an 80-character line limit in Markdown files by applying an authoring standard that automatically wraps natural language text for readability. This process preserves code fences, URLs, headings, and YAML frontmatter.

Does Markdown formatting preserve code blocks and YAML frontmatter?▼

Yes, Markdown formatting preserves structural integrity by protecting code fences, URLs, headings, and YAML frontmatter. It applies formatting exclusively to natural language body text without altering content.

What's the best way to format READMEs and notes with consistent spacing?▼

The best way to format READMEs and notes with consistent spacing is to apply a defined Markdown authoring standard. This enforces uniform line lengths and structural frontmatter across project documentation automatically.

When do I need to apply a Markdown style guide to project files?▼

You need to apply a Markdown style guide when creating new project documentation, READMEs, or notes to ensure uniform structure. This reduces manual styling tasks by enforcing consistent line length, spacing, and frontmatter.

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