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screen_monitor

Capture screenshots at specified intervals and generate activity summaries.

1|Updated Mar 8, 2026
Search Tags:#productivity#logging#screenshot#screen capture#workflow documentation#activity monitoring
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/syxscott/PaleoClaw --skill screen-monitor
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: screen_monitor
Source: https://github.com/syxscott/PaleoClaw/tree/main/skills/screen_monitor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/syxscott/PaleoClaw --skill screen-monitor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses the need to visually document and track computer activity, providing a record of work sessions, workflow, and accessed files.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Continuous Monitoring: Captures screenshots at user-defined intervals.
  • Automated Logging: Generates activity summaries based on captured data.
  • Cross-Platform Support: Works on macOS, Linux, and Windows.
  • Use Case: Start monitoring your screen when beginning a new project to create a visual log of your progress and the files you interact with.

Quick Start

Start monitoring my screen activity for this work session.

Frequently Asked Questions about screen_monitor

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically capture screenshots at regular intervals for workflow documentation?▼

Continuous monitoring captures screenshots at user-defined intervals and generates activity summaries, providing a visual record of work sessions and accessed files for workflow documentation.

Does screen capture monitoring work on both macOS and Windows?▼

Yes, screen capture monitoring works cross-platform on macOS, Linux, and Windows by utilizing system utilities like screencapture, import, or PowerShell for image capture.

What system utilities are required to take screenshots on Linux?▼

Taking screenshots on Linux requires the import utility for image capture, whereas macOS uses screencapture and Windows uses PowerShell to support cross-platform compatibility.

Can I take a single screenshot instead of continuous screen activity monitoring?▼

Yes, single screenshot capture is supported alongside continuous monitoring, allowing you to take a quick visual snapshot of your current workspace instead of ongoing screen activity logging.

How do I generate an activity summary from captured screenshots?▼

You generate an activity summary by enabling continuous monitoring, which automatically logs captured screenshots and compiles the visual data into a record of your work session and accessed files.

Why do I need screencapture or PowerShell for screenshot logging?▼

Screenshot logging requires screencapture or PowerShell because the skill leverages these native system utilities to execute the actual image capture commands across macOS, Linux, and Windows.

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