writing-setup

Create PRECIS.md, OUTLINE.md, and ACTIVE_WORKFLOW.md for writing projects.

19|5|Updated Jan 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/edwinhu/workflows --skill writing-setup
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Skill: writing-setup
Source: https://github.com/edwinhu/workflows/tree/main/lib/skills/writing-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/edwinhu/workflows --skill writing-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill establishes the essential project structure and core documentation (PRECIS.md, OUTLINE.md, ACTIVE_WORKFLOW.md) needed to begin any writing project, ensuring a clear argument and organized approach from the outset.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • PRECIS.md Creation: Defines the thesis, audience, key claims, and scope of the writing project.
  • OUTLINE.md Generation: Structures the document logically, mapping sections to claims and planning transitions.
  • Workflow Initialization: Sets up the tracking mechanism for the writing process.
  • Use Case: Before drafting a research paper, use this Skill to solidify your thesis, identify your target audience, and create a detailed outline, preventing aimless writing and ensuring a coherent final product.

Quick Start

Use the writing-setup skill to create the foundational documents for a new writing project.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-setup

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

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How do I set up a writing project structure with a thesis and outline?

A writing project setup defines your thesis, target audience, and key claims in a PRECIS.md file, then generates an OUTLINE.md to map sections logically, preventing aimless drafting and ensuring a coherent final document.

What files do I need to start a structured writing workflow?

Starting a structured writing workflow requires three core files: PRECIS.md for thesis and scope definition, OUTLINE.md for structural mapping, and ACTIVE_WORKFLOW.md to track the writing process from beginning to end.

Can I use a writing project setup for legal and economic domains?

Yes, this writing project setup supports legal, economic, and general domains by tailoring the PRECIS.md thesis definition and OUTLINE.md structure to meet the specific argumentative requirements of those fields.

What is a precis in writing project management?

A precis in writing project management is a foundational document that defines the project thesis, identifies the target audience, outlines key claims, and establishes the scope before structural outline generation begins.

How do I track writing progress after creating an outline?

You track writing progress after creating an outline by initializing an ACTIVE_WORKFLOW.md file, which sets up a dedicated tracking mechanism to monitor the progressive expansion of your claims throughout the drafting process.

Does writing project setup work without any external dependencies?

Yes, this writing project setup works without external dependencies, operating independently to generate your foundational documentation files and establish project tracking without requiring additional frameworks or libraries.