tidy

Scan instruction files for duplication, misplacement, and token waste.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kokiebisu/life --skill tidy-kokiebisu
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: tidy
Source: https://github.com/kokiebisu/life/tree/main/skills/tidy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kokiebisu/life --skill tidy-kokiebisu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This guide helps identify and remove duplication, misplacement, and token waste across instruction files such as CLAUDE.md, rules, commands, and memory-bank, to keep governance clean and DRY.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cross-file scanning across multiple directories to detect duplicates, misplacements, and overlapping rules.
  • Consolidation and reference linking to ensure a single source of truth for each instruction file.
  • Use Case: When onboarding a new skill, perform a tidy pass to reduce maintenance burden and improve consistency.

Quick Start

Run a tidy pass across CLAUDE.md, rules, commands, and memory-bank to surface duplicates and misplacements.

Frequently Asked Questions about tidy

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

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How do I remove duplicate instructions across CLAUDE.md and memory-bank files?▼

To remove duplicate instructions across CLAUDE.md and memory-bank files, run a cross-file scanning pass to detect overlapping rules, consolidate references, and enforce a DRY-first approach while preserving essential instructions.

What is the best way to reduce token waste in instruction files?▼

The best way to reduce token waste in instruction files is to flag overlaps, consolidate references, and trim unnecessary sections across CLAUDE.md, rules, commands, and memory-bank files to maintain a single source of truth.

Can I consolidate misplaced rules across multiple directories in one pass?▼

Yes, you can consolidate misplaced rules across multiple directories in one pass by running a tidy pass that scans for duplicates and misplacements, then applies reference linking to ensure a single source of truth for each instruction file.

When do I need to run a tidy pass on my repository instruction files?▼

You need to run a tidy pass on repository instruction files during skill hygiene and documentation cleanup, particularly when onboarding a new skill to reduce maintenance burden and improve consistency.

How does cross-file scanning handle overlapping rules without losing essential instructions?▼

Cross-file scanning handles overlapping rules by flagging duplicates, consolidating references, and trimming unnecessary sections while preserving essential instructions to keep governance clean and DRY.