Sub-Agents FAQs

Question 1

Is it safe to use custom agents with my project directory?

Accepted Answer

Yes, agents have access to your project directory to perform their tasks. Therefore, it's crucial to only use agent definitions from trusted sources. Sub-Agents provides the framework, but you are responsible for the content and security implications of your custom agent definitions.

Question 2

What kind of specialized tasks can custom agents perform?

Accepted Answer

Custom agents can perform a wide range of specialized tasks such as writing comprehensive unit tests, reviewing code for bugs or security issues, optimizing SQL queries, generating documentation, and any other task you define based on your specific development needs.

Question 3

How do I integrate Sub-Agents with Cursor CLI or Claude Code?

Accepted Answer

After installing Node.js, you configure your Cursor or Claude Code's MCP (Model Context Protocol) settings. This involves adding Sub-Agents as an MCP server and specifying an absolute path to your custom agents directory and your AI tool type (cursor or claude).

Question 4

What is Sub-Agents and how does it enhance my AI assistant?

Accepted Answer

Sub-Agents enables AI CLI tools like Cursor and Claude Code to invoke specialized, custom AI agents. It allows your primary AI assistant to delegate specific tasks—like code review or test writing—to these dedicated agents, significantly enhancing its capabilities and workflow efficiency.

Question 5

How do I create my own custom AI agent with Sub-Agents?

Accepted Answer

You create custom agents by simply adding Markdown (.md) or plain text (.txt) files to your designated agents directory. The filename becomes the agent's callable name, and the file's content defines the agent's specialization and instructions.

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