todo-update

Update todo status, priority, due date, and execution notes in frontmatter.

6|Updated Oct 16, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/legacybridge-tech/claude-plugins --skill todo-update
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: todo-update
Source: https://github.com/legacybridge-tech/claude-plugins/tree/main/akashicrecords/skills/todo-update
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/legacybridge-tech/claude-plugins --skill todo-update

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

## What problem does it solve? Todo management often lacks a streamlined way to update multiple fields and log execution history.

## Core Features & Use Cases

  • Update status, priority, due date, and add notes to an existing todo.
  • Link dependencies and related files to maintain governance of tasks.
  • Real-world use: update a stalled task's status to in_progress with a new due date and add execution notes.

### Quick Start Use the todo-update skill to modify the status of a specific todo, for example: /todo-update #2 status in_progress

Frequently Asked Questions about todo-update

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I update todo frontmatter properties like status and priority?

You can update todo frontmatter by selecting a specific todo and choosing update types like status, priority, or due_date. The skill applies new values to frontmatter fields and records an execution log for governance.

Can I add execution notes and link dependencies to an existing task?

Yes, you can add execution notes and link dependencies to maintain task governance. The skill enforces frontmatter fields including blocking_reason, dependencies, and related_files while applying updates to an existing todo.

What's the best way to log execution history when modifying task management details?

The best way to log execution history is by applying changes to frontmatter fields and recording an execution log simultaneously. This ensures governance updates for the active todos list are accurately tracked.

Does updating a stalled task support changing multiple fields at once?

Yes, updating a stalled task supports changing multiple fields at once. You can update status to in_progress, set a new due_date, and add execution notes simultaneously through a single guided update process.

What frontmatter fields are enforced during a todo governance update?

Enforced frontmatter fields during a todo governance update include status, priority, due_date, blocking_reason, dependencies, and related_files. These fields maintain governance updates for the active todos list.