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ponytail-help

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

166|78|Updated Aug 10, 2026
Search Tags:#claude code#slash commands#yagni#code simplification#reference card#ponytail#plugin help
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/engasnm111/lnwjud --skill ponytail-help-engasnm111
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ponytail-help
Source: https://github.com/engasnm111/lnwjud/tree/main/.agents/skills/ponytail-help
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/engasnm111/lnwjud --skill ponytail-help-engasnm111

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Users of the ponytail plugin often forget which modes, slash commands, and configuration options exist. This Skill provides an instant, one-shot reference card covering all ponytail levels, skills, deactivation, and configuration without changing any state. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Command Reference: Lists all ponytail levels (lite, full, ultra) and skills (ponytail, ponytail-review, ponytail-audit, ponytail-debt, ponytail-gain) with their triggers and effects. - Configuration Guide: Explains how to set the default mode via the PONYTAIL_DEFAULT_MODE environment variable or a config.json file, including resolution priority. - Update Instructions: Documents how to enable auto-update or manually refresh the plugin in Claude Code. - Use Case: A developer types "/ponytail-help" mid-session to recall the difference between ponytail-review and ponytail-audit before running one on their codebase. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to show the ponytail help card by saying "ponytail help" or invoking /ponytail-help.

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 full reference card. It lists the three levels (lite, full, ultra), all six skills with their triggers, and configuration options in one view.

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

Lite builds what is asked while naming a lazier alternative, full enforces the YAGNI-to-minimum ladder as the default, and ultra challenges requirements and prefers deletion before addition. The chosen level sticks until changed or the session ends.

How do I change the default ponytail mode?▼

Set the PONYTAIL_DEFAULT_MODE environment variable, which takes highest priority, or edit the config.json file in ~/.config/ponytail (or %APPDATA%\ponytail on Windows). Resolution order is environment variable, then config file, then the full default.

Does ponytail-help change my current mode or settings?▼

No, ponytail-help is strictly one-shot and read-only. It displays the reference card without changing modes, writing flag files, or persisting anything to disk.

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 the default mode to "off" disables auto-activation on session start.

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