seed

Convert URLs, files, text, and clipboard inputs into structured inbox items with provenance metadata.

Updated Apr 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MantisWare/BizForge --skill seed-mantisware
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: seed
Source: https://github.com/MantisWare/BizForge/tree/main/library/skills/processing/seed
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MantisWare/BizForge --skill seed-mantisware

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Seeds external inputs into the processing pipeline by creating inbox items with provenance data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Ingests URLs, files, pasted text, and clipboard data into a structured inbox with provenance metadata.
  • Deduplicates content via hashing and preserves source metadata for traceability.
  • Supports batch seeding and customizable metadata like source, author, and date for audits and knowledge curation.

Quick Start

Seed a local file by supplying its path to the seed command.

Frequently Asked Questions about seed

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I ingest external content into a structured knowledge management inbox with provenance?

Ingest external content into a structured knowledge management inbox by converting URLs, files, and pasted text into traceable items. The process writes YAML frontmatter with source, author, date, and reason to ensure full provenance tracking for research curation.

What is the best way to deduplicate ingested research data and prevent duplicate inbox entries?

Deduplicate ingested research data by hashing the raw content during the seeding process. This hashing mechanism identifies identical inputs across varied sources, preventing duplicate inbox entries while preserving the original source metadata for audits.

Can I batch seed multiple URLs and files into my ingestion pipeline at once?

Batch seeding multiple URLs and files into the ingestion pipeline is supported. You can process varied inputs across different sources simultaneously, automatically generating structured inbox items with provenance data for each external input.

Does the provenance metadata capture source, author, and date for clipboard inputs?

Provenance metadata for clipboard inputs captures the source, author, and date. The ingestion workflow writes this data into YAML frontmatter within the structured inbox item, ensuring that even pasted clipboard text remains fully traceable for knowledge curation.

How do I configure the inbox storage path for my knowledge curation pipeline?

Configure the inbox storage path for your knowledge curation pipeline by setting the target directory in the seed workflow. The system stores deduplicated items with their YAML frontmatter metadata under this configured inbox path.

What file formats and input types are supported for traceable knowledge ingestion?

Supported input types for traceable knowledge ingestion include URLs, local files, pasted text, and clipboard data. The system converts these varied raw content sources into structured inbox items with provenance metadata.