Teach AI multi-step workflows with @Skill and Agent Skills spec
Skills are modular knowledge packages that teach AI how to perform multi-step tasks using tools. Unlike tools (individual actions), skills are recipes that combine tools into coherent workflows.
Aspect
Skill
Tool
Prompt
Purpose
Multi-step workflow
Single action
Message template
Contains
Instructions + tool refs
Execution logic
Message array
Side effects
No (guidance only)
Yes
No
Discovery
searchSkills / loadSkill
tools/list
prompts/list
Skills Guide
Full skills guide with search, parameters, and examples