vale-style-authoring-checks

Reference Vale check types and configurations for documentation style enforcement.

Updated May 4, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/ghalactic/vale-style --skill vale-style-authoring-checks
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Skill: vale-style-authoring-checks
Source: https://github.com/ghalactic/vale-style/tree/main/.agents/skills/vale-style-authoring-checks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ghalactic/vale-style --skill vale-style-authoring-checks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive reference for Vale check types, ensuring documentation quality and compliance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Check Type Reference: Access detailed information on all Vale check types including existence, substitution, occurrence, repetition, consistency, conditional, capitalization, metric, spelling, sequence, and script.
  • Customization: Tailor rules and alerts based on your documentation standards.
  • Use Case: Use this Skill to implement a consistent style guide across your documentation set, improving readability and professionalism.

Quick Start

Run the 'vale-style-authoring-checks' skill to generate a comprehensive list of Vale check types and their configurations.

Frequently Asked Questions about vale-style-authoring-checks

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

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What Vale check types are available for documentation style enforcement?

Vale check types for documentation style enforcement include existence, substitution, occurrence, repetition, consistency, conditional, capitalization, metric, spelling, sequence, and script. These configurations help ensure documentation quality and compliance with your style guide.

How do I configure Vale checks to enforce a consistent style guide?

You configure Vale checks by referencing specific check types like substitution, capitalization, and repetition to tailor rules and alerts. This enables you to implement a consistent documentation style guide across your content set, improving overall readability and professionalism.

Can I customize Vale rules to match my specific documentation standards?

Yes, you can customize Vale rules to match your documentation standards by adjusting configurations for various check types. This allows you to tailor alerts and rules specifically for your documentation style enforcement needs.

What is the difference between Vale existence and substitution checks?

Vale existence checks verify whether specific terms appear in your documentation, while substitution checks enforce replacing disallowed terms with approved alternatives. Both check types help maintain documentation consistency and style guide compliance.

When should I use Vale consistency checks in my documentation?

Use Vale consistency checks when you need to enforce uniform terminology across your documentation set. This check type ensures that multiple variations of the same concept are standardized, maintaining documentation quality and style guide compliance.