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tidymydesktop

Classify and organize desktop files with dry-run previews and Markdown reports.

420|63|Updated Nov 7, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#productivity#file management#cleanup#desktop organization#file classification#digital hygiene
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/peterfei/ai-agent-team --skill tidymydesktop
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: tidymydesktop
Source: https://github.com/peterfei/ai-agent-team/tree/main/.claude/skills/tidymydesktop
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/peterfei/ai-agent-team --skill tidymydesktop

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires chalk, commander, fs-extra, glob, inquirer, moment, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Cluttered desktops lead to lost files, wasted time searching, and reduced productivity. This skill automates the process of organizing, classifying, and cleaning up desktop files, ensuring a tidy and efficient workspace.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Intelligent File Classification: Automatically identifies and categorizes files based on type, content, and metadata.
  • Automated Organization & Archiving: Moves files to designated folders (e.g., "Documents", "Images", "Downloads") or archives old files.
  • Customizable Rules: Allows users to define their own rules for file handling, ensuring personalized organization.
  • Use Case: A user's desktop is filled with screenshots, downloaded reports, and temporary files. They can use this skill to automatically move all screenshots to an "Images" folder, reports to "Documents/Reports", and delete files older than 30 days from the "Downloads" folder.

Quick Start

Tidy up my desktop by organizing files into categories.

Frequently Asked Questions about tidymydesktop

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically organize files on my desktop into categories?▼

Desktop file organization scans and intelligently classifies files by type, content, and metadata, then moves them into designated folders like Documents, Images, or Downloads. The Skill provides dry-run previews and requires explicit confirmation before applying changes.

Can I customize how files get organized and classified?▼

Yes, the Skill allows you to define custom rules for file handling and categorization, letting you personalize how files are sorted, moved, or archived based on your workflow and preferences.

How do I remove duplicate files and old downloads from my desktop?▼

File deduplication identifies and removes version duplicates, while age-based cleanup deletes files older than a specified threshold. The Skill generates a Markdown report and confirms each deletion before executing.

Does desktop organization work across Windows, Mac, and Linux?▼

Yes, the Skill runs cross-platform via Node.js, supporting desktop and custom directory paths on Windows, macOS, and Linux environments.

What happens if I don't recognize software files during organization?▼

The Skill includes unknown-software search functionality to help identify unfamiliar applications, reducing the risk of accidentally moving or deleting files you need.

Can I preview changes before desktop files are actually moved or deleted?▼

Yes, dry-run mode shows exactly what will be moved, removed, or archived without making changes, giving you full visibility before confirming the actual organization.

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