Literal Answers

The Literal Answers skill optimizes the communication loop between developers and Claude by enforcing a strict 'Answer, Stop, and Ask' workflow. Often, AI agents misinterpret exploratory questions—such as 'Have you considered X?'—as a directive to immediately implement X. This skill prevents such over-corrections by requiring Claude to provide a literal, honest answer about risks and trade-offs before pausing for explicit user direction. It is an essential tool for maintaining control over complex architectural decisions, enabling safe brainstorming sessions where the AI acts as a consultant rather than an impulsive executor.

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