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skill-installer

Install Codex skills from curated lists or GitHub repos into $CODEX_HOME/skills.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#deployment#github#codex#skills#repository#install
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/led8/.codex --skill skill-installer-led8
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/led8/.codex/tree/main/skills/.system/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/led8/.codex --skill skill-installer-led8

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Install Codex skills into $CODEX_HOME/skills from curated lists or a GitHub repo path. Use when a user asks to list installable skills, install a curated skill, or install a skill from another repo (including private repos).

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover and install skills from curated lists or repositories.
  • Install from a curated list or from any GitHub path or URL, including private repos with credentials.
  • Automatically place installed skills under $CODEX_HOME/skills and prompt to restart Codex to apply changes.

Quick Start

Use the installer to add a skill by providing a GitHub path or URL to the desired skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-installer

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I install Codex skills from a GitHub repository?▼

The installer fetches the targeted skill directory from any GitHub path or URL and places it directly into $CODEX_HOME/skills. It supports both curated lists and arbitrary repositories, prompting a restart to apply changes.

What are curated skill lists and how do they help me discover installable skills?▼

Curated skill lists are predefined collections of installable Codex skills. You use the installer to browse these curated sources to discover and directly add new skills to your local $CODEX_HOME/skills directory.

Can I install skills from private GitHub repos using credentials?▼

Yes, you can install skills from private GitHub repos by supplying credentials. The installer fetches the targeted skill directory from private repositories and places it into $CODEX_HOME/skills.

Does installing a skill require restarting Codex to apply changes?▼

Yes, after installing a skill you need to restart Codex to apply changes. The installer places the skill into $CODEX_HOME/skills and automatically prompts you to restart the application.

Why do I need to place installed skills under $CODEX_HOME/skills?▼

Placing installed skills under $CODEX_HOME/skills ensures Codex recognizes them. The installer automatically fetches and places skill directories into this specific path so they are ready for use.

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