outbox

Copies the latest Claude session JSONL log to the local PARA/DESK/outbox.

2|Updated Jul 5, 2018
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tnez/dotfiles --skill outbox-tnez
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: outbox
Source: https://github.com/tnez/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/dot-claude/skills/outbox
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tnez/dotfiles --skill outbox-tnez

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Copy the current Claude session's JSONL log to PARA/DESK/outbox for pickup on Heimdall, enabling easy archival and handoff at session end.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Copy the most recent session log to the local outbox directory for transfer or pickup.
  • Automatically derive a date-based filename suffix or use a provided ARGUMENTS value to help organize logs.
  • Works as part of end-of-session workflows to preserve conversations for review or incident reporting.

Quick Start

Copy the current Claude session log to PARA/DESK/outbox for Heimdall pickup.

Frequently Asked Questions about outbox

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I copy Claude session logs to an outbox directory for archival?

The Skill copies the current Claude session JSONL log to the ~/PARA/DESK/outbox directory. It automatically finds the latest matching log file and uses either a provided suffix or a date-based name for the output file.

How does Heimdall pickup work with exported Claude session JSONL files?

Heimdall pickup works by retrieving Claude session JSONL logs placed in the ~/PARA/DESK/outbox directory. The Skill automates this handoff by locating the current session log and copying it there.

Do I need Bash and UNIX tools to export Claude conversation logs?

Yes, you need Bash and standard UNIX tools to export Claude conversation logs using this Skill. It relies on these standard utilities to locate and copy JSONL files from the ~/.claude/projects path structure.

Can I add a custom suffix to copied Claude session log filenames?

Yes, you can add a custom suffix to copied Claude session log filenames by passing it as an ARGUMENTS value. If no argument is provided, the Skill automatically defaults to using a date-based filename suffix.

What is the best way to preserve Claude conversations for end-of-session incident reporting?

The best way to preserve Claude conversations for incident reporting is to copy the JSONL session log to a dedicated outbox. This Skill automates that process by moving the latest log to ~/PARA/DESK/outbox for archival.