using-superpowers

Invoke applicable skills before responding to any user message.

154|1|Updated Feb 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/haojing8312/WorkClaw --skill using-superpowers-haojing8312
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: using-superpowers
Source: https://github.com/haojing8312/WorkClaw/tree/main/.claude/skills/using-superpowers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/haojing8312/WorkClaw --skill using-superpowers-haojing8312

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Users often overlook existing skills and respond directly, wasting time and missing automation opportunities. This Skill forces a disciplined workflow that checks for applicable skills before any reply or clarification, ensuring consistent use of existing expertise.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Mandatory Skill Check: The AI must invoke the Skill tool whenever there is any chance a skill applies, even before asking follow‑up questions.
  • Priority Handling: When multiple skills match, process‑type skills are evaluated first, followed by implementation skills, guaranteeing a logical execution order.
  • Red‑Flag Alerts: Provides a checklist of mental shortcuts that indicate the need to stop and reassess, preventing premature actions.

Quick Start

Tell the assistant, “Before answering, use the using‑superpowers skill to verify if any skill applies.”

Frequently Asked Questions about using-superpowers

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

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How do I make Claude automatically check for relevant skills before answering?

To enforce a mandatory skill check, instruct Claude to use the using-superpowers skill before responding. This forces the AI to call the Skill tool to load applicable instructions before generating a reply.

Why does my conversational AI skip existing skills and respond directly?

Conversational AI often overlooks existing skills without a disciplined workflow. The using-superpowers skill enforces a mandatory check for applicable skills before any reply, preventing wasted time and missed automation opportunities.

What's the best way to prioritize multiple matching skills in an AI workflow?

To prioritize multiple matching skills, the using-superpowers skill evaluates process-type skills first, followed by implementation skills. This guarantees a logical execution order before the AI takes any action.

Can I use this skill invocation workflow for any conversational AI task?

Yes, this mandatory skill check applies to any conversational AI task where a potential skill may be relevant. It ensures skill checks precede clarifications or actions across all prompts.

How do I stop my AI from taking premature actions without assessing skills?

To stop premature actions, the using-superpowers skill provides a red-flag checklist of mental shortcuts. This alerts the AI to stop and reassess, preventing it from skipping relevant skill invocations.

Do I need any dependencies to enforce automatic skill checks with Claude?

No dependencies are required. You simply tell the assistant to verify if any skill applies before answering, and the using-superpowers skill will handle the invocation workflow automatically.