toby-codex

Send prompts to a Codex pane in cmux and save results to timestamped files.

24|6|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tobyilee/toby-plugins --skill toby-codex
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: toby-codex
Source: https://github.com/tobyilee/toby-plugins/tree/main/plugins/toby-multi-agent/skills/toby-codex
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tobyilee/toby-plugins --skill toby-codex

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables you to orchestrate Codex tasks by sending prompts to a Codex pane running in a cmux workspace and retrieving the resulting output as a file.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover the Codex pane in cmux and locate the appropriate surface to send prompts.
  • Send user tasks to Codex, save the response to a timestamped file under a project root (e.g., tobyteam), and monitor for completion.
  • Present the Codex result to the user with clear attribution and a ready-to-use markdown file.

Quick Start

Tell Codex the task you want performed and specify where to save the result file.

Frequently Asked Questions about toby-codex

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I send a prompt to Codex and save the output as a file?

Send a prompt to Codex and save the output by delegating the task to a Codex pane running in cmux, which writes the final result to a timestamped markdown file under your project workspace.

Can I delegate code generation tasks to a persistent Codex workspace?

Yes, you can delegate code generation tasks to a persistent Codex workspace by sending prompts through cmux, allowing Codex to process the task and return the result as a file.

Do I need a cmux pane to run Codex tasks?

Yes, you need a Codex pane accessible via cmux to run Codex tasks, as the skill requires a persistent Codex surface in your workspace to send prompts and monitor for completion.

What happens if the Codex pane is missing or times out?

If the Codex pane is missing or the task times out, the skill applies basic error handling to catch these failures and prevent silent crashes during prompt delegation.

How does task delegation to Codex work with cmux pane management?

Task delegation with cmux pane management works by discovering the Codex pane, sending your prompt to that surface, and monitoring it until completion to retrieve the final output file.

Where does Codex save the result file after processing a prompt?

Codex saves the result file under a project root directory like tobyteam, writing the output to a timestamped markdown file with clear attribution for ready-to-use access.