What is a Claude Code slash command?

A slash command is a manually invoked action (e.g., /test) that triggers a specific, predefined workflow or instruction set within the Claude Code terminal interface.

Can I run terminal commands from a slash command?

Yes, you can use the exclamation point (!) prefix followed by the command (e.g., !npm run build) to execute bash commands directly within your custom slash command instructions.

How do I access arguments in a custom command?

You can access arguments using $1, $2, etc., for positional parameters, or use $ARGUMENTS to retrieve the entire input string provided by the user.

Where should I store my custom command files?

Custom commands should be saved as Markdown files within the .claude/commands/ directory of your project to be recognized by Claude Code.

What is the difference between a Command and a Skill?

Slash Commands are manually triggered by the user using a / prefix, whereas Skills are automatically activated by Claude's internal logic based on the current context.

Claude Command Architect

Name: Claude Command Architect
Author: wayne930242

bywayne930242

•

Productivity & Workflow

Generates and optimizes custom Claude Code slash commands with standardized YAML frontmatter and argument handling.

About

The write-command skill provides a structured framework for extending Claude Code's functionality through custom slash commands. It guides developers through the process of defining command metadata, handling positional arguments, and implementing execution logic using a standardized template. Whether you are automating recurring tasks or creating domain-specific shortcuts, this skill ensures your commands follow best practices for frontmatter, file structure, and validation, making your Claude Code environment more powerful and tailored to your specific development workflow.

Key Features

Position-based argument handling ($1, $2) and validation logic
Comprehensive validation checklist for command consistency
Automated directory structure initialization via helper scripts
Standardized YAML frontmatter generation for command metadata
Support for integrated bash execution and file reference syntax
4 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Standardizing project-specific documentation workflows for a development team
Creating a custom /deploy command that accepts environment and branch arguments
Automating complex multi-step CLI operations into single-slash shortcuts

About

Key Features

Position-based argument handling ($1, $2) and validation logic
Comprehensive validation checklist for command consistency
Automated directory structure initialization via helper scripts
Standardized YAML frontmatter generation for command metadata
Support for integrated bash execution and file reference syntax
4 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Standardizing project-specific documentation workflows for a development team
Creating a custom /deploy command that accepts environment and branch arguments
Automating complex multi-step CLI operations into single-slash shortcuts