What is the recommended structure for complex skills?

Use a directory structure containing a required SKILL.md for instructions, and optional files like reference.md for documentation and scripts/ for helper utilities.

How do I ensure Claude triggers my custom skill correctly?

Include a specific description in the SKILL.md frontmatter that combines what the skill does, when to use it, and key trigger words like file extensions or specific operations.

Where should I save my custom Claude skills?

Save personal workflows in '~/.claude/skills/' and project-specific utilities in the '.claude/skills/' directory within your project repository.

Can I limit the tools a custom skill can use?

Yes, you can use the 'allowed-tools' field in the YAML frontmatter to restrict access to specific tools like Read, Grep, or Glob for security or focus.

What is a Claude Code Skill?

A Claude Code Skill is a specialized capability that provides domain-specific guidance, best practices, and implementation patterns to enhance Claude's behavior during specific tasks.

Claude Skill Writer

Name: Claude Skill Writer
Author: Microck

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Developer Tools

Guides the creation, structuring, and validation of custom Agent Skills for Claude Code following best practices.

Claude Skill Writer is an essential assistant for developers looking to extend the capabilities of Claude Code through custom Agent Skills. It provides comprehensive guidance on authoring SKILL.md files, designing proper directory structures for personal or project-level skills, and writing effective YAML frontmatter. By focusing on high-discovery descriptions and progressive disclosure patterns, this skill ensures that your custom tools are accurately triggered by Claude and adhere to all validation requirements for seamless integration.

Key Features

01Optimization strategies for skill discovery using specific trigger words

02Validation checklists for naming conventions and character limits

03Step-by-step authoring guide for SKILL.md files and YAML frontmatter

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05Standardized templates for both single-file and multi-file skill structures

06Troubleshooting workflows for activation issues and tool permission errors

Use Cases

01Converting complex, repetitive workflows into reusable Agent Skills

02Designing modular tools with restricted tool permissions and documentation

03Onboarding teams with project-specific coding standards and expertise skills

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add microck/ordinary-claude-skills skill-writer

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

Download Skill