skill-installer

Install and manage Codex skills from curated sources or GitHub repositories.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aleister1102/skills --skill skill-installer-aleister1102
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/aleister1102/skills/tree/main/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aleister1102/skills --skill skill-installer-aleister1102

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The Skill Installer reduces the friction of discovering, listing, and installing Codex skills from curated sources or external repositories, enabling quick setup of functional capabilities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • List available skills from curated lists or external sources.
  • Install selected skills directly into the Codex environment.
  • Validate destination paths and prevent overwriting existing skills.

Quick Start

Install a curated skill by name or install from a GitHub URL using the skill installer.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-installer

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

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How do I install Codex skills from a GitHub repository?

To install Codex skills from a GitHub repository, you use the skill installer to fetch selected skills directly via git or download methods, validating destination paths to ensure safe installation into your environment.

What is the best way to manage curated automation skills for my setup?

Managing curated automation skills is best handled by using a dedicated installer to list available skills from curated sources and install them, reducing the friction of discovering and setting up functional capabilities.

Can I install a curated skill without overwriting my existing tooling folders?

Yes, you can install a curated skill without overwriting existing tooling folders, because the installation process explicitly validates destination paths and avoids overwriting any existing skill folders.

How do I list available Codex skills before committing to an installation?

To list available Codex skills before installation, you use the installer to query and display skills from curated lists or external sources, allowing you to review functional capabilities before downloading.

Do I need any specific dependencies to install skills from external repositories?

No specific dependencies are required to install skills from external repositories, as the installer operates independently using scripts to handle optional download or git methods for fetching selected skills.

Why does my skill installation fail when the destination path already exists?

Skill installation fails when the destination path already exists because the installer performs safe installation that avoids overwriting existing skill folders, requiring path validation before proceeding with the download.