handoff

Generates a conversation summary document for continuing work in a new agent session.

1|Updated Mar 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lrstanley/skills --skill handoff-lrstanley
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: handoff
Source: https://github.com/lrstanley/skills/tree/main/handoff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lrstanley/skills --skill handoff-lrstanley

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? When a conversation grows long or you need to switch agents, context is lost and the next session starts from scratch. This Skill compacts the current conversation into a handoff document so a fresh agent can pick up the work immediately. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Conversation Compaction: Summarizes the current session into a handoff document saved to the OS temporary directory, keeping the workspace clean. - Suggested Skills Section: Recommends which skills the next agent should invoke to continue the work effectively. - Artifact Referencing: Avoids duplicating content already captured in specs, plans, ADRs, issues, commits, or diffs by referencing them via path or URL. - Sensitive Data Redaction: Strips API keys, passwords, and personally identifiable information from the handoff. - Use Case: You have been debugging a feature for hours and the context window is nearly full. Run the handoff skill with a note like "next session: implement the fix and write tests" to produce a tailored briefing for the next agent. ## Quick Start Ask the agent to create a handoff document for the next session, optionally describing what that session will focus on.

Frequently Asked Questions about handoff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I continue an AI agent conversation in a new session?▼

Use the handoff skill to summarize the current conversation into a document saved in your OS temporary directory. The next agent reads that document to resume the work with full context.

How to compact a long conversation without losing context?▼

The handoff skill condenses the conversation into a summary document rather than truncating it. It references existing artifacts like specs, plans, and commits by path instead of duplicating their content.

Where is the handoff document saved?▼

The document is saved to the temporary directory of your operating system, not the current workspace. This keeps project files clean while making the handoff accessible to the next session.

Does the handoff document include API keys or personal data?▼

No. The skill explicitly redacts sensitive information such as API keys, passwords, and personally identifiable information before writing the handoff document.

Can I customize the handoff for a specific next task?▼

Yes. Pass an argument describing what the next session will focus on, and the skill tailors the document accordingly, including a suggested skills section for the next agent.