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migrate-to-skills

Convert Cursor rules and slash commands into SKILL.md format.

Updated Mar 11, 2026
Search Tags:#migration#skills#commands#conversion#rules#cursor
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AllanVerse/AI-Explainable-IPS --skill migrate-to-skills-allanverse
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: migrate-to-skills
Source: https://github.com/AllanVerse/AI-Explainable-IPS/tree/main/.cursor/skills-cursor/migrate-to-skills
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AllanVerse/AI-Explainable-IPS --skill migrate-to-skills-allanverse

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the conversion of existing Cursor rules and slash commands into the standardized Agent Skills format, streamlining your workflow and consolidating your tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Rule Conversion: Transforms .mdc rules into SKILL.md format, preserving essential descriptions and body content.
  • Command Conversion: Migrates .md slash commands into SKILL.md format, adding necessary frontmatter for discoverability and explicit invocation.
  • Use Case: You have a collection of custom rules and commands in your project that you want to integrate into the new Agent Skills framework. This Skill handles the migration process efficiently.

Quick Start

Use the migrate-to-skills skill to convert all .mdc rules and .md commands in the project.

Frequently Asked Questions about migrate-to-skills

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert Cursor rules to the Agent Skills format?▼

To convert Cursor rules to the Agent Skills format, transform your `.mdc` rule definitions into the `SKILL.md` structure while preserving essential descriptions and body content. This migration process requires adding specific YAML frontmatter for discoverability and invocation control.

Can I migrate slash commands from .md files into Agent Skills?▼

Yes, you can migrate slash commands from `.md` files into Agent Skills. The conversion process migrates command scripts into the `SKILL.md` format and adds necessary YAML frontmatter for explicit invocation and discoverability within the framework.

What is the process for converting .mdc rules into SKILL.md files?▼

Converting `.mdc` rules into `SKILL.md` files involves precise content preservation of the original rule body and descriptions. The conversion process specifically requires adding YAML frontmatter to the new `SKILL.md` file to ensure proper discoverability and invocation control.

Does converting rules to skills preserve the original content?▼

Yes, converting rules to skills preserves the original content. The migration process requires precise content preservation of the original descriptions and body content from your `.mdc` and `.md` files during the transition to the `SKILL.md` structure.

Why do I need to add YAML frontmatter when migrating commands to SKILL.md?▼

You need to add YAML frontmatter when migrating commands to `SKILL.md` for discoverability and explicit invocation control. This specific frontmatter allows the Agent Skills framework to properly index and trigger the migrated command scripts.

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