How to Install Agent Skills
Choose your platform and follow the step-by-step guide to start using Skills.
Choose Your Platform
Easiest
Claude.ai
Install Skills through the Claude web interface. Best for non-technical users and quick setup.
- Upload custom Skills as ZIP files
- Toggle pre-built Skills on/off
- Access partner Skills directory
- No command line required
For Developers
Claude Code
Install Skills via the filesystem for development workflows. Best for developers and teams.
- Personal skills: ~/.claude/skills/
- Project skills: .claude/skills/
- Install via plugins marketplace
- Share via version control
Enterprise
Claude API
Programmatic Skill management via the /v1/skills endpoint. Best for enterprise and automation.
- Organization-wide Skill sharing
- Programmatic version control
- Pre-built Skills via skill_id
- Requires beta headers
Platform Comparison
| Feature | Claude.aiEasiest | Claude Code | Claude API |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-built Skills | Yes | Via plugins | Yes |
| Custom Skills | ZIP upload | Filesystem | /v1/skills |
| Skill Scope | Individual | Personal / Project | Organization |
| Network Access | Varies | Full | No |
| Best For | Individuals | Developers | Enterprise |
Ready to get started?
Browse our directory to find Skills for your workflow, or learn more about what Skills can do.