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ponytail-help

Displays a quick-reference card for ponytail modes, skills, and commands.

Updated Mar 28, 2026
Search Tags:#developer tools#claude code#slash commands#yagni#reference card#ponytail#plugin help
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dsonyy/dotfiles --skill ponytail-help-dsonyy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ponytail-help
Source: https://github.com/dsonyy/dotfiles/tree/main/config/plugins/ponytail/skills/ponytail-help
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dsonyy/dotfiles --skill ponytail-help-dsonyy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Users of the ponytail plugin need a fast way to recall its modes, skills, slash commands, and configuration options without reading full documentation. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Reference Card Display: Shows a one-shot summary of ponytail levels (lite, full, ultra), all six skills, and their triggers. - Configuration Guidance: Explains how to set the default mode via the PONYTAIL_DEFAULT_MODE environment variable or a config.json file. - Update Instructions: Describes enabling auto-update through the /plugin marketplace and manual refresh commands. - Use Case: A developer forgets which command triggers the over-engineering review and asks for ponytail help to see the full command table instantly. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to show the ponytail help card or invoke the /ponytail-help command to display the reference.

Frequently Asked Questions about ponytail-help

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I see all ponytail commands and modes?▼

Invoke /ponytail-help or say "ponytail help" to display the reference card listing all levels (lite, full, ultra), the six skills, and their trigger commands. It is a one-shot display that does not change your current mode.

What is the difference between ponytail lite, full, and ultra modes?▼

Lite builds what is asked and names a lazier alternative in one line. Full enforces the YAGNI ladder from stdlib to minimum code and is the default. Ultra challenges requirements and prefers deletion before addition.

How do I change the default ponytail mode?▼

Set the PONYTAIL_DEFAULT_MODE environment variable, or edit ~/.config/ponytail/config.json with a defaultMode value such as lite or off. Environment variable takes priority over the config file, which takes priority over the full default.

Does ponytail-help work with Codex and OpenCode?▼

Yes. Codex uses the @ponytail-help mention form, while Claude Code and OpenCode use the /ponytail-help slash command. OpenCode ships all six ponytail skills as slash commands.

How do I turn off ponytail mode?▼

Say "stop ponytail" or "normal mode", or run /ponytail off. You can resume anytime with /ponytail, and setting defaultMode to off disables auto-activation at session start.

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