omc.ask

Pass a single prompt to Copilot or Codex runtimes and return concise answer text.

Updated Apr 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jimmi2051/oh-my-copilot --skill omc-ask
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: omc.ask
Source: https://github.com/jimmi2051/oh-my-copilot/tree/main/plugins/omc-copilot/skills/omc-ask
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jimmi2051/oh-my-copilot --skill omc-ask

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Directly pass a single prompt to Copilot or Codex runtimes and receive a concise answer, enabling fast guidance without orchestration overhead.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Direct prompt passthrough to Copilot or Codex runtimes.
  • Default runtime is Copilot; you can switch to Codex with --runtime or OMC_RUNTIME.
  • Returns a concise answer text without orchestration loop state.
  • Use Case: quickly verify a coding approach or get a prompt-based suggestion without setting up a full workflow.

Quick Start

Ask a prompt directly with omc-copilot ask '<prompt>' --cwd <path> and receive a concise answer.

Frequently Asked Questions about omc.ask

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I run a one-shot prompt through Copilot without orchestration overhead?

You can run a one-shot prompt through Copilot by directly passing it to the runtime, which returns concise answer text without managing an orchestration loop state, enabling fast guidance.

What's the best way to get a quick coding suggestion from a Codex runtime?

The best way to get a quick coding suggestion from a Codex runtime is a direct prompt passthrough, allowing you to quickly verify a coding approach without setting up a full workflow.

Can I switch the AI runtime from Copilot to Codex for a single prompt?

Yes, you can switch the AI runtime from Copilot to Codex for a single prompt by configuring the runtime selection with the --runtime flag or the OMC_RUNTIME environment variable.

Does prompt passthrough work for automation tasks or only interactive sessions?

Prompt passthrough works for both interactive sessions and automation tasks, directly passing a single prompt to Copilot or Codex runtimes and returning concise answer text for direct responses.

Why use a direct prompt passthrough instead of a full workflow setup?

You use a direct prompt passthrough instead of a full workflow setup to enable fast guidance without orchestration overhead, quickly verifying coding approaches or getting prompt-based suggestions.