Workflow Creation FAQs

Question 1

What is the Workflow Creation skill for Claude Code?

Accepted Answer

The Workflow Creation skill is a specialized capability designed to help developers architect, implement, and optimize custom slash commands. it provides a structured framework for turning Markdown files into automated workflows within the Claude Code CLI.

Question 2

How do I write effective instructions for a workflow?

Accepted Answer

Instructions should always be written in the imperative form addressed directly to Claude (e.g., 'Review the code' or 'Run the tests') rather than descriptive text intended for a human user. This ensures Claude understands it must execute the steps immediately.

Question 3

When should I choose a workflow over a plugin?

Accepted Answer

You should choose a workflow for single, focused tasks that run in a 'one-shot' manner without needing persistent state or external MCP integrations. Plugins are better suited for complex automation requiring autonomous agents, multiple related commands, or external service connections.

Question 4

Can I restrict which tools a custom workflow uses?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This skill emphasizes the 'Principle of Least Privilege' by using the 'allowed-tools' frontmatter field. You can restrict a command to specific actions like 'Read' only, or specific bash patterns like 'Bash(npm:*)' to enhance security.

Question 5

What capabilities does this skill provide for argument handling?

Accepted Answer

It provides standardized patterns for handling single arguments ($1), multiple positional arguments, and catch-all arguments ($ARGUMENTS). It also provides guidance on using the '@' prefix to dynamically reference file contents within your commands.

Workflow Creation

Workflow Creation

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