Where are the tasks and todos saved?

All tasks are stored in your local directory under .claude/todos/, including active.md for current tasks and done.md for completed ones.

How does Claude prioritize the captured items?

Upon exiting the mode, Claude reviews your project goals in CLAUDE.md and categorizes items into Active (1-3 items), Next, and Backlog based on impact.

Does this skill execute code changes while recording?

No, the skill is designed to capture thoughts without acting on them. It purposefully avoids implementation to keep the focus on ideation.

What happens when the todo list gets too long?

The skill includes an automated archiving feature that moves older completed items into dated archive files when your done.md exceeds specific size limits.

How do I activate the todo recording mode?

You can enter recording mode by telling Claude phrases like 'record todos', 'brainstorm mode', or 'let's capture some ideas'.

Record Todos

Name: Record Todos
Author: petekp

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Productivity & Workflow

Enables a specialized brainstorm mode to capture, organize, and prioritize project ideas without interrupting the development flow.

Record Todos provides a dedicated environment for rapid ideation by shifting Claude into a capture-only state. Instead of immediately acting on instructions, Claude documents every suggestion and requirement into a structured directory located at .claude/todos/. This skill is essential for planning sessions, design reviews, or sudden bursts of inspiration where you need to dump thoughts without triggering code execution. Once the session ends, the skill automatically summarizes findings, archives completed work, and reorganizes your active task list based on established project goals and priorities.

Key Features

01Goal-aware organization that cross-references CLAUDE.md objectives

02Comprehensive file management for active, completed, and archived tasks

03Smart exit routines that summarize themes and suggest feature specs

04Dedicated brainstorm mode for low-friction idea capture

05Automated task prioritization into Active, Next, and Backlog tiers

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Use Cases

01Drafting UI/UX improvements during a design walkthrough without immediate implementation

02Documenting technical debt and bug fixes discovered during a code audit

03Capturing a high-volume feature list during a product roadmap session

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add petekp/agent-skills record-todos

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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