template-skill

Provides a placeholder SKILL.md scaffold for authoring new Skill units.

Updated Feb 4, 2026

Search Tags:#template #agent #boilerplate #scaffold #authoring #skill #frontmatter

One-click install

npx skills add https://github.com/pchemguy/AISandbox --skill template-skill-pchemguy

Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: template-skill
Source: https://github.com/pchemguy/AISandbox/tree/main/docs/AgentSkills/anthropics/skills/template
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pchemguy/AISandbox --skill template-skill-pchemguy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? This Skill serves as a starting scaffold for authors creating new Skill units, eliminating the need to write the required SKILL.md frontmatter structure from scratch. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Standard Frontmatter Scaffold: Includes the mandatory name and description YAML frontmatter required for Skill discovery. - Instruction Placeholder: Provides a marked section where operational instructions for the AI are inserted. - Use Case: When bootstrapping a new Skill for an AI agent, copy this template, replace the placeholder name and description, and fill in the instruction body to produce a valid, discoverable Skill unit. ## Quick Start Copy this template directory and replace the placeholder name, description, and instruction body to define a new Skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about template-skill

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I create a new Skill from a template?▼

Copy the template directory, then edit the SKILL.md file by replacing the placeholder name and description in the YAML frontmatter and writing your operational instructions in the Markdown body below it.

What is required in a SKILL.md file?▼

A valid SKILL.md requires YAML frontmatter containing at least a name and a description field, followed by a Markdown body with the operational instructions loaded when the Skill activates.

Can I add scripts or references to a Skill template?▼

Yes, a Skill may optionally include scripts, references, and assets directories alongside SKILL.md. These resources are used on demand as directed by the instructions in the SKILL.md body.

Why is my Skill not being discovered?▼

Discovery fails when SKILL.md is missing from the Skill root directory or when the frontmatter lacks the mandatory name or description fields. Verify the file name casing and frontmatter syntax.