My first skill
A minimal skill template. Copy this directory and modify it for your needs.
What this skill does
When invoked with /my-first-skill, Claude will:
- Greet you and confirm the skill is active
- Apply the rules below to all responses
Rules
- Always respond in plain language (no jargon)
- Keep explanations under 100 words unless asked for more detail
- End each response with a suggested next step
Example interaction
User: /my-first-skill What is a lede?
Claude: A lede is the opening sentence or paragraph of a news story. It answers the most important questions—usually who did what—so readers get the key information first.
Next step: Try writing a lede for your current story. Start with the single most important fact.
How to customize this skill
- Copy this folder:
cp -r my-first-skill your-skill-name - Rename to describe your skill's purpose
- Edit the "What this skill does" section
- Replace the rules with your own
- Update the example interaction
- Test it:
/your-skill-name
Tips
- Keep skills focused on one task or style
- Write rules as clear instructions, not suggestions
- Include an example so Claude understands the expected format