openskills-skill-authoring

Create and refine OpenSkills-compatible skills with SKILL.md standards.

68|14|Updated Jan 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Geeksfino/openskills --skill openskills-skill-authoring
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: openskills-skill-authoring
Source: https://github.com/Geeksfino/openskills/tree/main/.cursor/skills/openskills-skill-authoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Geeksfino/openskills --skill openskills-skill-authoring

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the creation and improvement of OpenSkills-compatible skills, ensuring they have robust metadata, clear activation triggers, and reliable execution instructions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Creation Guidance: Provides standards for SKILL.md structure and content.
  • Metadata Enhancement: Helps define clear name, description, and activation phrases.
  • Resource Management: Guides the use of scripts/, references/, and assets/.
  • Validation Workflow: Outlines steps for verifying skill functionality and discoverability.
  • Use Case: When developing a new skill for your agent, use this skill to ensure your SKILL.md is well-formed and your activation phrases are precise.

Quick Start

Use the openskills-skill-authoring skill to review and improve the SKILL.md file for a new skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about openskills-skill-authoring

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a SKILL.md file for agent skill development?

To create a SKILL.md file for agent skill development, you need to define robust metadata, clear activation triggers, and reliable execution instructions according to OpenSkills standards. This ensures proper skill discovery and execution flow for agent integration.

What metadata is required for OpenSkills skill authoring?

OpenSkills skill authoring requires metadata including a clear name, description, and precise activation phrases. Defining these elements correctly ensures your skill is discoverable and executes reliably within the agent integration workflow.

How do I validate skill discovery and execution flow for agent integration?

Validating skill discovery and execution flow involves following a structured workflow to verify that your SKILL.md is well-formed and activation phrases are precise. This process checks skill functionality and discoverability before agent integration.

Can I use scripts, references, and assets directories when building agent skills?

Yes, you can manage and use scripts, references, and assets directories when building agent skills. Proper resource management of these directories ensures your OpenSkills-compatible skill has all necessary supporting files organized correctly.

What is the best way to refine activation triggers for an agent skill?

The best way to refine activation triggers for an agent skill is to review your SKILL.md file against OpenSkills standards. Ensuring your activation phrases are precise directly improves the skill's discovery and reliable execution.

When do I need OpenSkills standards for skill metadata and execution guidance?

You need OpenSkills standards for skill metadata and execution guidance when developing a new skill for your agent. Applying these standards ensures your SKILL.md is well-formed, discoverable, and integrates correctly with agent systems.