setup-indexes

Scan project folders for markdown files and generate index.md files with frontmatter.

2|Updated Jan 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/erclx/aitk --skill setup-indexes
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: setup-indexes
Source: https://github.com/erclx/aitk/tree/main/claude/skills/setup-indexes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/erclx/aitk --skill setup-indexes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the issue of fragmented or missing documentation navigation by automatically scaffolding index.md files across project directories.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Scanning: Identifies folders with multiple markdown files that lack proper indexing.
  • Frontmatter Injection: Drafts and applies standardized title and description metadata to markdown files.
  • Convention Enforcement: Optionally installs a canonical index management convention into the project's CLAUDE.md file.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to set up indexes for this project to automatically scan folders and scaffold the necessary documentation structure.

Frequently Asked Questions about setup-indexes

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically generate index.md files for project documentation?

To automatically generate index.md files for project documentation, this skill scans your directories for markdown files and scaffolds standardized index systems to improve navigation and discoverability across sibling documents.

What is the best way to add standardized frontmatter to multiple markdown files?

Adding standardized frontmatter to multiple markdown files is handled by scanning project folders and injecting consistent title and description metadata, ensuring your documentation maintains a uniform structure for better indexing.

Do I need the aitk CLI installed to scaffold documentation indexes?

Yes, you need the aitk CLI installed and available on your system PATH because it is required to validate and regenerate the documentation index files created during the scaffolding process.

How does this skill enforce documentation conventions in a project?

To enforce documentation conventions, it optionally installs a canonical index management rule into the project's CLAUDE.md file, ensuring standardized frontmatter injection and directory scanning practices are maintained.

Can I use this to fix fragmented markdown navigation in existing folders?

Yes, you can use this skill to fix fragmented markdown navigation by scanning existing folders with multiple markdown files and automatically scaffolding the necessary index.md structure to improve discoverability.