skills-list

List available skills with names and descriptions from SKILL.md.

1|Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/adamrdrew/claude-code-patterns --skill skills-list
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skills-list
Source: https://github.com/adamrdrew/claude-code-patterns/tree/main/agent-skill-creation/.claude/skills/skills-list
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adamrdrew/claude-code-patterns --skill skills-list

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams discover and reuse existing skill patterns by listing all currently available skills that can be invoked to perform actions, reducing duplication and search time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Skill discovery: Retrieves and displays the catalog of available skills defined in the repository.
  • Pattern reuse: Encourages using established patterns before creating new ones, saving tokens and maintaining consistency.
  • Use Case: A developer asks for a task that might be covered by an existing skill; the system returns matching skills for quick adoption.

Quick Start

Ask Claude to list all currently available skills and their usage patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions about skills-list

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I list all available skills in my repository to find reusable patterns?

Skill discovery retrieves and displays the catalog of available skills defined in your repository, aggregating descriptive entries from the body to help you find and reuse established patterns before creating new ones.

What is skill discovery and how does it reduce duplication in development?

Skill discovery is the process of retrieving and listing all currently available skills to encourage using established patterns, reducing duplication and saving tokens by avoiding the creation of redundant solutions.

How do I find existing skill patterns for subagents before creating a new one?

You can find existing skill patterns for subagents by listing all currently available skills to explore capabilities across subagents, identifying established patterns that can be reused for your specific task.

Does skill discovery work with SKILL.md frontmatter requirements?

Yes, skill discovery satisfies SKILL.md frontmatter requirements by reading the name and description fields from the frontmatter and aggregating the descriptive entries of skills defined in the body.

What's the best way to explore available skill capabilities for a new task?

The best way to explore available skill capabilities is to list all currently available skills, which returns matching skills with their usage patterns for quick adoption and consistency across your team.

Can I reuse skill patterns across different subagents and tasks?

Yes, you can reuse skill patterns across subagents and tasks by listing the currently available skills that can be invoked to perform actions, discovering and applying existing patterns to new contexts.