Command Development for Claude Code FAQs

Question 1

Where should I store my custom commands?

Accepted Answer

Store project-specific commands in .claude/commands/ and global personal commands that you want available in every project in ~/.claude/commands/.

Question 2

What is the purpose of 'allowed-tools' in the YAML frontmatter?

Accepted Answer

The 'allowed-tools' field specifies which capabilities Claude is permitted to use when running that specific command, such as Read, Write, or restricted Bash access (e.g., Bash(git:*)).

Question 3

What is a Claude Code slash command?

Accepted Answer

A slash command is a Markdown file stored in your project or user directory that contains instructions for Claude to execute, allowing you to reuse complex prompts and automate repetitive tasks.

Question 4

How do I pass arguments to a custom command?

Accepted Answer

You can use $ARGUMENTS to capture the entire input string, or use positional variables like $1, $2, and $3 to reference specific words or parameters passed after the command name.

Question 5

Can I run shell commands inside a Claude command?

Accepted Answer

Yes, by using the syntax !`your-command`, you can execute bash commands inline to gather dynamic context like git status or environment variables before Claude processes the prompt.

Command Development for Claude Code

Key Features

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Command Development for Claude Code

Key Features

Use Cases