review-directions

Review Copilot direction files for consistency and frontmatter quality.

Updated Feb 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Crispy13/copilot-directions --skill review-directions
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: review-directions
Source: https://github.com/Crispy13/copilot-directions/tree/main/backup/skills/review-directions
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Crispy13/copilot-directions --skill review-directions

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Review and improve VS Code Copilot direction files to ensure consistency, clarity, and alignment with guidance, across .instructions.md, .prompt.md, .agent.md, SKILL.md, and related files.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Identify outdated or conflicting direction files.
  • Improve frontmatter quality, scope, and discovery text.
  • Read and apply Copilot guidance references to inform edits.

Quick Start

Review the current workspace direction files and propose improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions about review-directions

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

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How do I review Copilot direction files for consistency and clarity?

Review Copilot direction files by identifying inconsistencies across .instructions.md, .prompt.md, .agent.md, and SKILL.md files, then proposing actionable change recommendations with minimal disruption to preserve user intent.

What are Copilot direction files and when do I need to review them?

Copilot direction files are .instructions.md, .prompt.md, .agent.md, and SKILL.md files that guide AI behavior. You need to review them when changed or added files require alignment with guidelines and frontmatter quality validation.

How do I improve frontmatter quality and discovery text in Copilot instruction files?

Improve frontmatter quality and discovery text in Copilot instruction files by reading and applying Copilot guidance references to inform edits, ensuring proper scope and validation against established guidelines across the workspace.

Can I validate workspace direction files against Copilot guidance references?

Yes, you can validate workspace direction files against Copilot guidance references. The review process checks frontmatter quality, scope, and discovery text while preserving user intent and producing actionable change recommendations.

What is the best way to fix conflicting or outdated Copilot direction files?

The best way to fix conflicting or outdated Copilot direction files is to identify inconsistencies across the workspace, validate them against Copilot guidance references, and generate minimal disruption change recommendations that preserve original user intent.

Why do my Copilot direction files have inconsistent scope and discovery text?

Copilot direction files have inconsistent scope and discovery text when frontmatter quality is not validated against Copilot guidance references. Reviewing changed or added files helps identify and resolve these alignment issues across the workspace.