Does the name of a skill affect its auto-triggering in Claude Code?

No, only the description field affects auto-discovery and triggering. The name field is used primarily for manual invocation via the /name command.

What is the recommended maximum length for a skill description?

Descriptions should be kept under 1024 characters, prioritizing a dense list of keywords and specific 'use when' scenarios over long-form prose.

How can I test if my skill triggers are working correctly?

You can use the metaskill-trigger-tester agent to probe activation or manually grep your descriptions for variations of the phrases you expect users to say.

Should I use formal language or slang in my trigger keywords?

You should use both. Including natural user phrases, abbreviations (like TDD), and common slang ensures the skill triggers based on how developers actually speak.

Why is my skill not triggering even when I use the correct keywords?

Ensure that the 'disable-model-invocation' field is not set to true, as this explicitly blocks Claude from automatically discovering and using the skill.

Claude Skill Trigger Optimizer

Name: Claude Skill Trigger Optimizer
Author: gigaverse-app

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Optimizes Claude Code skill triggers and frontmatter descriptions to ensure reliable and accurate skill activation.

The Claude Skill Trigger Optimizer (metaskill-triggering) provides specialized guidance on crafting effective frontmatter for Claude Code skills. It helps developers understand the critical role of the description field in skill discovery, offering a proven formula for combining action statements, usage context, and keyword variations. This skill is essential for debugging non-firing skills, optimizing keyword density, and ensuring Claude activates the right capabilities at the right time during the development workflow.

主な機能

01Comprehensive debugging checklist for non-triggering skills

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03Standardized trigger description formula for consistent activation

04Guidance on distinguishing execution-related vs. triggering-related fields

05Optimization strategies for keyword variants and natural user phrases

06Pro-tips for action-oriented verb selection and self-recognition patterns

ユースケース

01Authoring high-quality frontmatter for new Claude Code skills

02Refining keyword lists to include abbreviations and common developer slang

03Fixing a custom skill that fails to auto-trigger during a conversation

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add gigaverse-app/skillet metaskill-triggering

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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