writing-setup

Create PRECIS.md, OUTLINE.md, and ACTIVE_WORKFLOW.md for writing projects.

19|5|Updated Jan 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/edwinhu/workflows --skill writing-setup
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Skill: writing-setup
Source: https://github.com/edwinhu/workflows/tree/main/lib/skills/writing-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/edwinhu/workflows --skill writing-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill establishes the essential project structure and core documentation (PRECIS.md, OUTLINE.md, ACTIVE_WORKFLOW.md) needed to begin any writing project, ensuring a clear argument and organized approach from the outset.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • PRECIS.md Creation: Defines the thesis, audience, key claims, and scope of the writing project.
  • OUTLINE.md Generation: Structures the document logically, mapping sections to claims and planning transitions.
  • Workflow Initialization: Sets up the tracking mechanism for the writing process.
  • Use Case: Before drafting a research paper, use this Skill to solidify your thesis, identify your target audience, and create a detailed outline, preventing aimless writing and ensuring a coherent final product.

Quick Start

Use the writing-setup skill to create the foundational documents for a new writing project.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-setup

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

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How do I set up a writing project structure with a thesis and outline?▼

A writing project setup defines your thesis, target audience, and key claims in a PRECIS.md file, then generates an OUTLINE.md to map sections logically, preventing aimless drafting and ensuring a coherent final document.

What files do I need to start a structured writing workflow?▼

Starting a structured writing workflow requires three core files: PRECIS.md for thesis and scope definition, OUTLINE.md for structural mapping, and ACTIVE_WORKFLOW.md to track the writing process from beginning to end.

Can I use a writing project setup for legal and economic domains?▼

Yes, this writing project setup supports legal, economic, and general domains by tailoring the PRECIS.md thesis definition and OUTLINE.md structure to meet the specific argumentative requirements of those fields.

What is a precis in writing project management?▼

A precis in writing project management is a foundational document that defines the project thesis, identifies the target audience, outlines key claims, and establishes the scope before structural outline generation begins.

How do I track writing progress after creating an outline?▼

You track writing progress after creating an outline by initializing an ACTIVE_WORKFLOW.md file, which sets up a dedicated tracking mechanism to monitor the progressive expansion of your claims throughout the drafting process.

Does writing project setup work without any external dependencies?▼

Yes, this writing project setup works without external dependencies, operating independently to generate your foundational documentation files and establish project tracking without requiring additional frameworks or libraries.