skill-installer

Install Codex skills from curated lists or GitHub repository paths.

14|4|Updated Mar 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zephyrwang6/allSkills --skill skill-installer-zephyrwang6
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/zephyrwang6/allSkills/tree/main/.system/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zephyrwang6/allSkills --skill skill-installer-zephyrwang6

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of discovering and installing Codex skills by turning a manual repository-copy process into a reliable guided workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill Discovery: List installable skills from the curated or experimental catalog so users can quickly find the right tool.
  • Repository Installation: Install one or more skills directly from a GitHub repo path, including private repositories when credentials are available.
  • Reliable Retrieval: Use download-first logic with git sparse-checkout fallback, plus validation to ensure each target contains a root SKILL.md file.
  • Use Case: A user wants to add a curated productivity skill or import a team-maintained skill from another repository without copying files by hand.

Quick Start

Ask the skill-installer to list available skills or install a specific skill from a GitHub repository path into your Codex skills directory.

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 without manual file copying?

To install Codex skills from GitHub, you can use a guided workflow that downloads specific skill directories directly from a repository path, eliminating the need to manually copy files. The process validates that each target contains a root SKILL.md file before completing the installation.

Can I install skills from private GitHub repositories?

Yes, you can install skills from private GitHub repositories when the appropriate credentials are available. The installation process supports both public and private repository access to retrieve skill directories reliably.

What is the best way to discover available skills for my Codex setup?

The best way to discover available skills is to list installable skills from a curated or experimental catalog. This skill discovery feature allows you to quickly find the right tool before downloading it into your Codex skills directory.

How does git sparse checkout work for installing skills when archive download fails?

Git sparse checkout is used as a fallback mechanism when archive download fails during skill installation. This approach ensures reliable retrieval by checking out only the specific skill directories needed, rather than cloning the entire repository.

Why does my skill installation fail when the repository path lacks a SKILL.md file?

Skill installation fails without a root SKILL.md file because the validation step checks for this file to ensure valid skill structure. The installer validates relative paths and confirms the presence of SKILL.md before proceeding with the download.

Does skill-installer support installing multiple skill directories at once?

Yes, skill-installer supports downloading one or more skill directories simultaneously from a GitHub repository path. You can install multiple skills in a single step by providing the relevant repository paths to the guided workflow.