How do I pass variables to a custom command?

You can use positional arguments like $1, $2, etc., or capture the entire user input string using the $ARGUMENTS variable within your Markdown file.

Where are custom commands stored?

Project-specific commands are stored in .claude/commands/, while personal commands available everywhere are stored in ~/.claude/commands/.

What is a Claude Code slash command?

A slash command is a Markdown-based prompt template that Claude executes during interactive sessions to automate repetitive tasks or standardize complex workflows.

What is the purpose of the allowed-tools field?

The allowed-tools field in the YAML frontmatter restricts or enables specific capabilities like Bash, Read, or Write for that specific command's execution.

Can commands execute terminal scripts?

Yes, using the !`command` syntax, you can execute bash commands inline to gather repository state or environment context before Claude processes the prompt.

Claude Code Command Forge

Name: Claude Code Command Forge
Author: OshanKHZ

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Developer Tools

Enables developers to build, organize, and optimize custom slash commands for Claude Code using YAML frontmatter and dynamic arguments.

About

This skill provides comprehensive guidance for creating powerful, reusable slash commands within the Claude Code environment. It covers everything from basic Markdown structures and YAML configuration fields to advanced features like dynamic positional arguments, local file references, and inline bash execution. Whether you are standardizing team workflows or automating personal coding tasks, this skill ensures your custom commands are optimized for Claude's agentic behavior and project context.

Key Features

Dynamic argument handling with $1-$N and $ARGUMENTS variables
YAML frontmatter configuration for tool permissions and model selection
Namespacing and organization patterns for project-wide or personal command sets
Local file referencing using @ syntax for automated context injection
3 GitHub stars
Inline bash execution for dynamic environment and repository state gathering

Use Cases

Building interactive deployment workflows that execute pre-flight bash checks
Automating boilerplate generation or documentation updates using file references
Standardizing PR reviews with a custom command that pulls git diffs automatically

About

Key Features

Dynamic argument handling with $1-$N and $ARGUMENTS variables
YAML frontmatter configuration for tool permissions and model selection
Namespacing and organization patterns for project-wide or personal command sets
Local file referencing using @ syntax for automated context injection
3 GitHub stars
Inline bash execution for dynamic environment and repository state gathering

Use Cases

Building interactive deployment workflows that execute pre-flight bash checks
Automating boilerplate generation or documentation updates using file references
Standardizing PR reviews with a custom command that pulls git diffs automatically