render-output

Render structured agent data as scannable terminal output.

3|Updated Nov 28, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rayk/lucid-toolkit --skill render-output
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: render-output
Source: https://github.com/rayk/lucid-toolkit/tree/main/plugins/luc/skills/render-output
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rayk/lucid-toolkit --skill render-output

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Renders structured data to terminal with optimal formatting. Use when presenting agent results, displaying data to users, formatting command output, or showing validation reports. Transforms raw data into clear, scannable terminal output.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Patterns for different data types (TOON, Markdown tables, status lines, box reports, summaries)
  • Data-driven, scannable outputs designed to be read in under 5 seconds
  • Consistent formatting rules to minimize cognitive load

Quick Start

Choose pattern based on data type; default to simplest pattern; escalate only if necessary

Frequently Asked Questions about render-output

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I format terminal output so users can scan data in seconds?

Terminal output formatting applies pattern-driven rendering to structure data clearly. Use TOON blocks for machine-readable data, Markdown tables for listings, status lines for single actions, and box reports for validations—each designed to be scanned in under 5 seconds with minimal cognitive load.

What's the best way to display agent results and command output in the terminal?

Present agent results by matching your data type to the appropriate pattern: machine-readable data uses TOON blocks, tabular listings use Markdown tables, action results use status lines, and validation reports use box reports. This consistent formatting minimizes cognitive load across different output types.

Can I use structured data rendering with different data types like tables and validation results?

Yes. Structured data rendering handles multiple data types through pattern selection: Markdown tables for listings, TOON blocks for machine-readable formats, status lines for individual actions, and box reports for validation results, allowing consistent presentation across diverse output needs.

How do I improve readability when displaying command output and validation reports?

Apply pattern-driven rendering rules that enforce consistent formatting and minimize cognitive friction. Choose the simplest pattern for your data type, escalating only when necessary. This approach ensures validation reports, command output, and agent results remain scannable and clear.

What formatting approaches work best for presenting different kinds of terminal data?

Terminal data formatting provides five core patterns matched to content type: TOON blocks for machine-readable data, Markdown tables for listings, status lines for single actions, box reports for validations, and summaries for overviews. Default to the simplest pattern and escalate only when needed.