handoff-prompt

Generate a compact, transfer-ready prompt for the next agent.

1|Updated Apr 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/t-uda/skills --skill handoff-prompt
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: handoff-prompt
Source: https://github.com/t-uda/skills/tree/main/skills/handoff-prompt
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/t-uda/skills --skill handoff-prompt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This capability generates a minimal, transfer-ready prompt that enables the next agent or stage to pick up work with minimal context, avoiding unnecessary background or rework.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Compact transfer prompts that specify the immediate task, starting references, already-decided constraints, and expected outputs.
  • Context preservation that keeps non-obvious decisions and critical constraints intact while excluding irrelevant history.
  • Use Case: handoffs between coding agents, orchestrators, reviewers, or deployment stages to ensure seamless continuation of work.

Quick Start

Provide a minimal transfer prompt for the next agent and nothing else.

Frequently Asked Questions about handoff-prompt

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a handoff prompt for transferring tasks between AI agents?▼

To create an agent handoff prompt, generate a compact, transfer-ready prompt that specifies the immediate task, starting references, already-decided constraints, and expected outputs for the next agent. This enables autonomous execution without requiring user clarification.

What is the best way to pass a plan to an orchestrator agent without losing context?▼

The best way to pass a plan to an orchestrator is by generating a concise transfer prompt that preserves non-obvious decisions and critical constraints while excluding irrelevant history and duplicated documentation, ensuring seamless continuation of work.

How do I split work across multiple agents and ensure autonomous execution?▼

To split work across multiple agents, generate a minimal, transfer-ready prompt for each stage that includes only the immediate task, starting references, and expected outputs. This excludes unnecessary background, preventing rework and enabling autonomous execution.

Can I use a compact transfer prompt to hand off research results to an implementation agent?▼

Yes, you can hand off research results to an implementation agent by generating a minimal transfer prompt. It specifies the immediate task and starting references while preserving non-obvious context, allowing the implementation agent to begin work immediately.

What should a task transfer prompt exclude to avoid unnecessary rework?▼

A task transfer prompt should exclude duplicated documentation and irrelevant history to avoid unnecessary rework. It must be output-only and concise, preserving only non-obvious decisions and critical constraints for the next agent.

Do I need to provide background documentation when handing off tasks between coding agents?▼

No, you do not need to provide background documentation when handing off tasks between coding agents. The generated prompt excludes duplicated documentation, keeping non-obvious context intact so the next agent can execute autonomously without user clarification.