using-superpowers

Enforces skill invocation before any response in multi-skill scenarios.

Updated Apr 10, 2026

Search Tags:#policy #claude-code #ai-prompting #platform-integration #workflow-control #skill-invocation

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/seankao31/dotfiles --skill using-superpowers-seankao31

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: using-superpowers
Source: https://github.com/seankao31/dotfiles/tree/main/agent-config/superpowers-overrides/using-superpowers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/seankao31/dotfiles --skill using-superpowers-seankao31

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill ensures that relevant skills are invoked before any response, enforcing safe and correct behavior by deferring to skill content when applicable.

Core Features & Use Cases

Enforces skill invocation at the start of interactions.
Prioritizes user instructions, then superpowers overrides, then default system behavior.
Provides platform-specific guidance for Claude Code, Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI integrations.

Quick Start

Invoke the Skill tool at the start of each interaction to determine and apply any applicable skills before answering.

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 ensure Claude Code invokes skills before responding to a prompt?▼

To ensure skill invocation before responding, this mechanism enforces using the Skill tool at the start of interactions to load and apply applicable skills before generating any answer.

What is the priority order for workflow control overrides in AI prompting?▼

The priority rule for workflow control is user instructions first, then superpowers overrides, and finally the default system prompt, ensuring user directives take precedence over default behaviors.

Can I apply multi-skill scenarios and clarifications across different CLI platforms?▼

Yes, you can apply multi-skill scenarios and clarifications across platforms, with specific platform integration guidance provided for Claude Code, Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI environments.

Why does my AI assistant bypass loaded skills during a conversation?▼

An AI assistant bypasses loaded skills when workflow control policies are not enforced, making it necessary to apply an override that defers to skill content before answering any query.

Do I need to manually trigger skill invocation for every interaction in Claude Code?▼

You do not need to manually trigger skill invocation for every interaction if an automated policy enforces using the Skill tool at the start of each interaction to determine applicable skills.