How does the skill find settings for sandboxed apps?

It specifically scans the ~/Library/Containers/ directory using the application's unique bundle identifier to locate isolated configuration data.

What is the primary output of this skill?

The skill generates structured YAML entries that map application bundle IDs to their verified configuration paths, ready for use in backup or restoration scripts.

Can it distinguish between config files and temporary cache data?

Yes, it uses a standardized validation methodology to exclude caches, logs, and temporary files, ensuring only essential configuration is documented.

Does this skill work for CLI tools as well as GUI apps?

Absolutely. It searches for XDG standard paths in ~/.config/ as well as traditional dotfiles and application-specific directories in the user home.

macOS Config Discovery

Name: macOS Config Discovery
Author: ksk-incom

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Learning & Documentation

Identifies and maps macOS application configuration paths, preferences, and settings for environment documentation and system restoration.

The macOS Config Discovery skill empowers Claude to navigate the complex landscape of macOS application storage, pinpointing exactly where apps keep their settings, preferences, and configuration files. By utilizing a multi-tier discovery system—ranging from curated databases to intelligent heuristic scanning—it facilitates the creation of comprehensive environment documentation and restoration guides. This skill is essential for developers and IT professionals who need to backup system states, automate machine migrations, or maintain detailed records of their computing environments for disaster recovery and fresh hardware setups.

Key Features

01Built-in validation for path existence and security-conscious exclusion patterns

02Automated identification of application bundle IDs and installation methods

03Standardized YAML generation for configuration backup and hints databases

04Systematic scanning of standard macOS directories like Application Support and Preferences

05Intelligence-driven discovery for sandboxed applications and CLI tool dotfiles

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Use Cases

01Documenting a development machine's configuration before a fresh macOS installation

02Contributing verified application metadata to the MacInventory hints database

03Researching hidden configuration paths for niche or legacy macOS applications

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add ksk-incom/macinventory macos-discovery

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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