tidy

Scan instruction files for duplication, misplacement, and token waste.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kokiebisu/life --skill tidy-kokiebisu
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: tidy
Source: https://github.com/kokiebisu/life/tree/main/skills/tidy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kokiebisu/life --skill tidy-kokiebisu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This guide helps identify and remove duplication, misplacement, and token waste across instruction files such as CLAUDE.md, rules, commands, and memory-bank, to keep governance clean and DRY.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cross-file scanning across multiple directories to detect duplicates, misplacements, and overlapping rules.
  • Consolidation and reference linking to ensure a single source of truth for each instruction file.
  • Use Case: When onboarding a new skill, perform a tidy pass to reduce maintenance burden and improve consistency.

Quick Start

Run a tidy pass across CLAUDE.md, rules, commands, and memory-bank to surface duplicates and misplacements.

Frequently Asked Questions about tidy

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

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How do I remove duplicate instructions across CLAUDE.md and memory-bank files?

To remove duplicate instructions across CLAUDE.md and memory-bank files, run a cross-file scanning pass to detect overlapping rules, consolidate references, and enforce a DRY-first approach while preserving essential instructions.

What is the best way to reduce token waste in instruction files?

The best way to reduce token waste in instruction files is to flag overlaps, consolidate references, and trim unnecessary sections across CLAUDE.md, rules, commands, and memory-bank files to maintain a single source of truth.

Can I consolidate misplaced rules across multiple directories in one pass?

Yes, you can consolidate misplaced rules across multiple directories in one pass by running a tidy pass that scans for duplicates and misplacements, then applies reference linking to ensure a single source of truth for each instruction file.

When do I need to run a tidy pass on my repository instruction files?

You need to run a tidy pass on repository instruction files during skill hygiene and documentation cleanup, particularly when onboarding a new skill to reduce maintenance burden and improve consistency.

How does cross-file scanning handle overlapping rules without losing essential instructions?

Cross-file scanning handles overlapping rules by flagging duplicates, consolidating references, and trimming unnecessary sections while preserving essential instructions to keep governance clean and DRY.