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plugin-packaging

Export marketplace items as Cowork-compatible plugin ZIPs for Claude Desktop marketplaces.

18|2|Updated Dec 12, 2025
Search Tags:#packaging#plugin#marketplace#distribution#export#cowork
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/markus41/claude --skill plugin-packaging-markus41
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: plugin-packaging
Source: https://github.com/markus41/claude/tree/main/plugins/cowork-marketplace/skills/plugin-packaging
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/markus41/claude --skill plugin-packaging-markus41

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides the knowledge needed to package and export marketplace items as Cowork-compatible plugin ZIP files, enabling seamless distribution through Claude Desktop private marketplaces and other channels.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plugin Export: Guides you through collecting source files, generating necessary manifest and instruction files (plugin.json, CLAUDE.md).
  • Format Compliance: Details the required Cowork plugin directory structure and manifest format.
  • Distribution Guidance: Explains how to upload to private marketplaces, use GitHub repositories, or share ZIPs directly.
  • Validation: Includes a checklist to ensure packages meet distribution requirements, including the 50 MB size limit.

Quick Start

Use the plugin-packaging skill to create a ZIP file for distributing the 'my-awesome-plugin' item.

Frequently Asked Questions about plugin-packaging

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I package a Cowork plugin for Claude Desktop marketplace distribution?▼

To package a Cowork plugin, collect your source files and generate a manifest file (plugin.json) and instructions (CLAUDE.md), then export everything as a ZIP file. This process ensures your plugin meets the format requirements for Claude Desktop private marketplaces.

What files are required in a Cowork plugin ZIP?▼

A Cowork plugin ZIP requires your source files along with a generated plugin.json manifest file and a CLAUDE.md instructions file. These files define the plugin's structure and operational guidelines for the marketplace.

Is there a size limit for exporting plugins to private marketplaces?▼

Yes, there is a 50 MB size limit for plugin packages distributed through private marketplaces. A validation checklist is provided to ensure your exported ZIP meets this and all other distribution requirements before upload.

Can I distribute Cowork plugins outside of a private marketplace?▼

Yes, you can distribute Cowork plugins outside of private marketplaces by sharing the exported ZIP files directly or by hosting them in GitHub repositories for others to download and install.

How do I validate a plugin before uploading to a marketplace?▼

You validate a plugin before upload by running it against a distribution checklist that verifies the correct directory structure, manifest format, required files, and the 50 MB size limit to ensure successful marketplace packaging.

What is the correct directory structure for a Cowork plugin?▼

The correct directory structure for a Cowork plugin organizes source files alongside the generated plugin.json manifest and CLAUDE.md instructions file, ensuring format compliance for marketplace export and distribution.

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