update-doc

Update documentation files in the .chalk/docs/ repository while preserving structure.

6|Updated Feb 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/GeneralJerel/chalk-skills --skill update-doc-generaljerel
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: update-doc
Source: https://github.com/GeneralJerel/chalk-skills/tree/main/skills/update-doc
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/GeneralJerel/chalk-skills --skill update-doc-generaljerel

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Update an existing documentation file in .chalk/docs/ when the user asks to update, edit, or revise documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Identify the target doc by filename, path, or content and load current content.
  • Apply user-directed changes while preserving the existing structure and sections.
  • Update the "Last updated" line with today's date and a concise note, then write and confirm the file path.

Quick Start

Update the engineering docs page to reflect the latest changes.

Frequently Asked Questions about update-doc

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I update documentation files while preserving existing markdown headings?

To update documentation files while preserving markdown headings, load the target file by filename, path, or content, apply your directed edits, and write the changes back without altering the existing section structure. It ensures structural integrity throughout the revision process.

What is the best way to edit existing docs in the .chalk/docs/ repository?

The best way to edit existing docs in the .chalk/docs/ repository is to locate the target markdown file by filename or content, apply user-directed revisions, update the Last updated line with today's date, and confirm the file path.

Can I revise engineering and product docs using filename or content search?

Yes, you can revise engineering and product docs by locating the target documentation file using filename, path, or content search. This applies across Chalk documentation domains for edits, revisions, and clarifications.

How do I automatically update the Last updated line in markdown docs?

To automatically update the Last updated line in markdown docs, apply your text edits to the target file and the system will inject today's date alongside a concise note. It writes the changes back and confirms the file path.

Does updating documentation this way work across different Chalk documentation domains?

Updating documentation works across Chalk documentation domains, including engineering, product, and usage docs. It locates the target file, applies edits while preserving headings, and updates the versioning metadata before writing changes back.

What are the limitations when editing markdown docs without altering existing sections?

A limitation when editing markdown docs is that the process preserves existing headings and sections, meaning structural reorganization is not supported. It focuses on applying content edits, revisions, and clarifications to the located file.