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caveman-help

Displays a quick-reference card of caveman modes, skills, and configuration options.

1|Updated Apr 23, 2026
Search Tags:#slash commands#token savings#output compression#cli help#reference card#caveman modes
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tkogut/agents-os-core --skill caveman-help-tkogut
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: caveman-help
Source: https://github.com/tkogut/agents-os-core/tree/main/vault/.agents/skills/caveman-help
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tkogut/agents-os-core --skill caveman-help-tkogut

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? When using the caveman terse-output system, it is easy to forget the available slash commands, mode names, and deactivation triggers. This Skill prints a compact reference card so you can recall every command without leaving your session or digging through documentation. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Mode Reference: Lists all output modes (lite, full, ultra, wenyan variants) with their triggers and behavior. - Sibling Skill Index: Shows related commands like /caveman-commit, /caveman-review, and /caveman-compress with one-line summaries. - Configuration Guide: Explains how to set the default mode via the CAVEMAN_DEFAULT_MODE environment variable or ~/.config/caveman/config.json. - Use Case: You remember caveman has a classical Chinese mode but forgot the exact trigger. Invoke the help card and immediately see that /caveman wenyan activates full 文言文 output. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to show the caveman help reference card to see all available modes and commands.

Frequently Asked Questions about caveman-help

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I see all available caveman commands?▼

Invoke /caveman-help or say "caveman help" to print the full reference card. It lists every mode trigger, sibling skills like /caveman-commit and /caveman-review, and the deactivation phrases in one compact output.

What caveman modes are available and how do I switch between them?▼

Six modes exist: lite, full (default), ultra, wenyan-lite, wenyan, and wenyan-ultra. Switch by typing the corresponding slash command such as /caveman ultra, and the mode sticks until changed or the session ends.

How do I turn off caveman mode?▼

Say "stop caveman" or "normal mode" to deactivate the compressed output style. You can resume at any time by typing /caveman again.

How do I change the default caveman mode?▼

Set the CAVEMAN_DEFAULT_MODE environment variable, which takes highest priority, or create ~/.config/caveman/config.json with a defaultMode key. Setting it to "off" disables auto-activation while still allowing manual activation.

Does caveman help change my current mode or settings?▼

No, the help card is strictly one-shot and read-only. It does not flip the active mode, write flag files, or persist anything, so it is safe to invoke mid-session.

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