rtk

Prefix shell commands with rtk to compress and filter command output.

3|Updated Feb 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nano-step/skill-manager --skill rtk-nano-step
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: rtk
Source: https://github.com/nano-step/skill-manager/tree/main/skills/rtk
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nano-step/skill-manager --skill rtk-nano-step

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reduces token costs and latency when interacting with AI agents by compressing and filtering shell command output.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Wraps common shell commands with rtk to dramatically reduce emitted tokens.
  • Enables token-efficient workflows for coding, testing, and build tasks across Git, npm, cargo, and other tooling.
  • Use case: In long coding sessions, rtk trims verbose command outputs while preserving essential results.

Quick Start

Prefix your shell commands with rtk to enable token savings.

Frequently Asked Questions about rtk

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

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How do I reduce CLI token usage during AI-assisted shell tasks?

You can reduce CLI token usage by prefixing shell commands with rtk, which compresses and filters verbose command outputs to preserve only essential results for AI agents.

Does rtk work with Git, npm, cargo, and Docker command outputs?

Yes, rtk supports command wrapping for Git, npm, cargo, and Docker, enabling token-efficient workflows across these common coding and DevOps tooling environments.

How do I start saving tokens when running build and test commands?

To start saving tokens, simply prefix your existing shell commands with rtk to automatically compress the emitted output during long coding and build sessions.

Do I need to install any dependencies to use the rtk command prefix?

Yes, you need to install the RTK binary on your system before using this Skill, as it enforces automatic command prefixing for supported shell commands.

Why does my AI agent consume so many tokens when running shell commands?

AI agents consume high tokens because standard CLI tools emit verbose outputs; rtk solves this by filtering and compressing shell command output to minimize token costs and latency.

What is the best way to maintain coding efficiency in long AI coding sessions?

The best way to maintain coding efficiency is to wrap your commands with rtk, which trims verbose terminal outputs while preserving the essential results needed for your workflow.