show-work

Render investigation commands and outputs as markdown in chat.

11|Updated Sep 5, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/thrawn01/claude-dotfiles --skill show-work
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: show-work
Source: https://github.com/thrawn01/claude-dotfiles/tree/main/skills/show-work
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/thrawn01/claude-dotfiles --skill show-work

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Present investigation evidence and command outputs directly in chat as markdown, enabling transparent traceability of actions and results.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Directly render investigation receipts in chat with exact command lines and full outputs.
  • Preserve provenance by formatting results in copyable markdown with clear headings.
  • Use case: when asked to show work, receipts, or evidence of steps taken during research.

Quick Start

Ask me to show work to display the commands run and their full outputs as markdown.

Frequently Asked Questions about show-work

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I present command outputs and investigation evidence in chat?

To show work and present investigation evidence in chat, you render exact command lines and their full outputs directly as markdown. This format provides clear headings and a concluding summary for transparent traceability and easy copying.

What is the best way to format step-by-step provenance for actions taken during research?

The best way to format step-by-step provenance is using a structured, markdown-based presentation with clear headings. This preserves provenance by rendering exact command lines and full outputs in a copyable format for verification.

How do I display investigation receipts so they are easy to copy and verify?

You display investigation receipts by formatting them as copyable markdown with clear headings. This directly renders exact command lines and full outputs in chat, ensuring the provenance of actions is transparent and verifiable.

When do I need to use markdown for rendering command outputs?

You need to use markdown for rendering command outputs when asked to show work, receipts, or evidence of steps taken during research. It enforces a structured presentation that ensures reproducibility and transparent traceability of results.