openspec-archive-change

To archive completed OpenSpec changes, you move the change directory to a date-prefixed archive folder. This preserves associated artifacts and delta spec synchronization status, ensuring a complete audit trail for your version control workflow.

Archiving OpenSpec changes uses a date-prefixed directory structure. The workflow moves the original change folder into openspec/changes/archive/YYYY-MM-DD-<name> to maintain chronological history and artifact traceability.

Finalizing an OpenSpec change involves a guided workflow that validates artifact completeness and task status. Guardrails prompt you to verify all associated artifacts and optionally sync delta specs before moving the change to the archive.

Yes, you can sync delta specs before archiving. The workflow includes optional guardrails to synchronize delta specs, ensuring the main specifications reflect the implemented changes before the completed OpenSpec change is archived.

No, manual validation is not required. The archive workflow automatically checks artifact and task status, applying guardrails to ensure an OpenSpec change is fully completed and verified before moving it to the archive directory.

You should use an automated workflow for OpenSpec change management when finalizing implementations. It ensures consistent artifact verification, delta spec synchronization, and accurate audit trail recording without manual file operations.