writing-claude-directives

Write Claude directives optimized for token efficiency, compliance, and discoverability.

2|Updated Feb 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vivshaw/nous --skill writing-claude-directives-vivshaw
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Skill: writing-claude-directives
Source: https://github.com/vivshaw/nous/tree/main/plugins/meta/skills/writing-claude-directives
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vivshaw/nous --skill writing-claude-directives-vivshaw

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides guidelines for writing effective Claude directives, enhancing token efficiency, compliance, and discoverability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Token Efficiency: Offers strategies for concise, effective directives to maximize Claude's capabilities.
  • Compliance Techniques: Teaches best practices for creating Claude instructions that promote safe and secure interactions.
  • Discovery Optimization: Ensures Claude skills are easily discoverable and effective when used in prompts.

Quick Start

Run the writing-claude-directives skill to generate Claude directives that are optimized for performance and compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-claude-directives

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

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How do I write Claude directives for better token efficiency?

To write Claude directives for token efficiency, apply strategies that create concise, effective instructions maximizing Claude's capabilities. This minimizes context usage while maintaining output quality and performance.

What are the best practices for AI prompting compliance in Claude?

AI prompting compliance in Claude involves creating instructions that promote safe, secure interactions. It requires understanding Claude's prompting mechanisms to ensure system prompts adhere to operational guidelines.

How do I optimize system prompts for Claude skill discoverability?

Optimizing system prompts for Claude skill discoverability ensures skills are easily found and effective when invoked. It focuses on structuring directive text to align with Claude's context management mechanisms.

Do I need to understand context management to write Claude directives?

Yes, writing effective Claude directives requires understanding Claude's prompting and context management mechanisms. This prerequisite knowledge is essential for optimizing performance and compliance.

When should I optimize my Claude instructions for token usage?

You should optimize Claude instructions for token usage when developing Claude skills or refining system prompts. It is necessary when context limits impact performance or when operational costs need reduction.