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task-handoff

Generate a shell command to replicate the active task list in a new Claude session.

9|Updated Aug 20, 2018
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#cli#claude#handoff#session#task
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/berlysia/dotfiles --skill task-handoff
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: task-handoff
Source: https://github.com/berlysia/dotfiles/tree/main/.skills/task-handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/berlysia/dotfiles --skill task-handoff

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Identifies the active session's task list and generates the commands needed to start a new Claude session that shares the same tasks, enabling seamless handoffs between sessions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Extracts the current task list from the standard task directory used by Claude (e.g., ~/.claude/tasks/<task-list-id>/).
  • Produces a ready-to-run handoff command that recreates the same tasks in a new session.
  • Supports scenarios such as handing off at the end of a session, continuing later, or resuming work in a subsequent Claude session.

Quick Start

Run the handoff skill to generate a command line that launches a new Claude session with the same tasks.

Frequently Asked Questions about task-handoff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I hand off tasks to a new Claude session?▼

To hand off tasks to a new Claude session, this skill reads your current task list data from ~/.claude/tasks/<task-list-id>/ and outputs a shell command to replicate the list in the new session.

Can I resume work in a different Claude session?▼

Yes, you can resume work in a different Claude session by using the generated handoff command to recreate your existing task list in the new session.

What is a Claude session handoff?▼

A Claude session handoff is the process of identifying the active session's task list and generating a ready-to-run command to recreate the same tasks in a new session.

Does the task handoff skill work with the standard Claude task directory?▼

Yes, the task handoff skill works directly with the standard Claude task directory, reading task list data from ~/.claude/tasks/<task-list-id>/ to generate the handoff command.

What's the best way to continue tasks across sessions in Claude?▼

The best way to continue tasks across sessions in Claude is running the handoff skill, which produces a shell command to seamlessly replicate your current tasks in a new session.

When should I use a task handoff command for my workflow?▼

You should use a task handoff command when ending a session, resuming tasks later, or continuing work across multiple Claude sessions to ensure seamless task continuity.

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