AI Skills — What You Need To Know

AI 技能 (Skills) — 您需要了解的事項

AI 技能 (Skills) — 您需要了解的事项

A plain-language guide for everyone

一份簡單易懂的指南

一份简单易懂的指南

01

What Is a Skill?

什麼是Skills?

什么是Skills?

A Skill is a set of instructions that tells an AI agent how to do a specific task. Think of it as an onboarding handbook you pass to a new hire — it helps them ramp up quickly and perform assignments the right way.

Skills是一組指令,告訴 AI 代理如何執行特定任務。將其視為您傳遞給新員工的入職手冊 — 它幫助他們快速上手並以正確的方式執行任務。

Skills是一组指令,告诉 AI 代理如何执行特定任务。将其视为您传递给新员工的入职手册 — 它帮助他们快速上手并以正确的方式执行任务。

Skills extend what an AI agent can do beyond its defaults, making it more useful for specific jobs. Examples: a skill that helps summarise documents, a skill that assists with research, a skill that helps draft content.

Skills擴展了 AI 代理超越其默認值的功能,使其對特定工作更有用。例如:幫助總結文件的Skills、協助研究的Skills、幫助起草內容的Skills。

Skills扩展了 AI 代理超越其默认值的功能,使其对特定工作更有用。例如:帮助总结文件的Skills、协助研究的Skills、帮助起草内容的Skills。

Skills are usually stored as files in a folder, with a main instruction file (often called SKILL.md).

Skills通常以文件形式存儲在文件夾中,主要指令文件通常稱為 SKILL.md。

Skills通常以文件形式存储在文件夹中,主要指令文件通常称为 SKILL.md。

A new hire is capable on their own — but give them a well-written onboarding handbook and they become immediately useful for your specific needs. A Skill is that handbook.
Without a Skill
With a Skill — Optimized
Switch tasks above to see how a Skill changes what the AI knows 切換上方的任務以查看Skills如何改變 AI 知道的內容 切换上方的任务以查看Skills如何改变 AI 知道的内容

Knowledge Check

知識測驗

知识测验

What is the best way to describe an AI Skill?
A Skill is essentially a task manual — it tells the AI what steps to follow, what tools to use, and how to behave for that specific job. It doesn't change the AI's personality, and it's not a security tool.
02

Why Do Skills Exist?

為什麼存在Skills?

为什么存在Skills?

AI agents are general-purpose — they can do a lot of things, but they're not specialized. Skills make them specialized.

AI 代理是通用的 — 他們可以做很多事情,但他們並不專業。Skills使他們專業化。

AI 代理是通用的 — 他们可以做很多事情,但他们并不专业。Skills使他们专业化。

Skills allow developers and power users to share useful workflows with others. Instead of typing the same instructions every time, a Skill remembers them and reuses them. Skills can be shared via registries (public libraries of skills made by the community), enabling automation and saving time.

Skills允許開發人員和進階用戶與其他人分享有用的工作流程。與其每次都輸入相同的指令,Skills可以記住並重複使用它們。Skills可以通過註冊表(由社區製作的Skills公共庫)共享,實現自動化並節省時間。

Skills允许开发人员和高级用户与其他人分享有用的工作流程。与其每次都输入相同的指令,Skills可以记住并重复使用它们。Skills可以通过注册表(由社区制作的Skills公共库)共享,实现自动化并节省时间。

An app store — but for AI behaviours instead of software. Just like you can download and install an app that someone else built, you can install a Skill that someone else created.
✍️
Meeting notes
Turns raw transcript into structured action items with owners and deadlines.
Writing
📊
Data summariser
Reads a CSV and writes a plain-language summary of key trends.
Data
🔍
Lit reviewer
Searches a reading list and highlights the most relevant passages per topic.
Research
📧
Email drafter
Writes reply drafts matching your tone — formal, friendly, or brief.
Comms
🐛
Bug explainer
Takes an error message and explains the cause in plain language.
Code
📝
Report formatter
Applies your house style — headings, fonts, section order — to any document.
Writing
📰
News briefing
Scans headlines on a topic and gives you a one-page morning brief.
Research
📅
Calendar writer
Turns a text description of a meeting into a properly formatted invite.
Comms
📈
Chart narrator
Looks at a chart image and writes a clear verbal description of the trend.
Data
Filter by category above to explore Skills by type 使用上方的篩選器按類型瀏覽Skills 使用上方的筛选器按类型浏览Skills

Knowledge Check

知識測驗

知识测验

Why would someone create and share a Skill?
Skills are about sharing knowledge and saving time. When someone solves a problem well, packaging it as a Skill lets everyone benefit — just like sharing a good recipe.
03

Anatomy of a Skill

Skills的組成部分

Skills的组成部分

A Skill is typically a folder containing several files, each with a specific purpose:

Skills通常是一個包含多個文件的文件夾,每個文件都有特定的用途:

Skills通常是一个包含多个文件的文件夹,每个文件都有特定的用途:

SKILL.md
Core
sub_skills/
helper.md
examples/
scripts/
Caution

SKILL.md is the most important file. Written in plain language (Markdown), it tells the AI what to do, how to do it, and what to watch out for.

SKILL.md 是最重要的文件。用純文本(Markdown)編寫,它告訴 AI 做什麼、如何做以及要注意什麼。

SKILL.md 是最重要的文件。用纯文本(Markdown)编写,它告诉 AI 做什么、如何做以及要注意什么。

Sub-skills are like chapters in a manual — they break complex tasks into smaller, manageable steps.

子Skills就像手冊中的章節 — 它們將複雜的任務分解為較小的、可管理的步驟。

子Skills就像手册中的章节 — 它们将复杂的任务分解为较小的、可管理的步骤。

Examples show the AI what "good" looks like — sample inputs and expected outputs. This guides the AI's behaviour.

例子向 AI 展示「好」的樣子 — 示例輸入和預期輸出。這指導 AI 的行為。

例子向 AI 展示"好"的样子 — 示例输入和预期输出。这指导 AI 的行为。

Scripts contain actual code that runs on your computer. This is where extra caution is needed — always review what a script does before running it.

腳本包含在您的計算機上運行的實際代碼。這是需要格外謹慎的地方 — 運行腳本前始終檢查它做什麼。

脚本包含在您的计算机上运行的实际代码。这是需要格外谨慎的地方 — 运行脚本前始终检查它做什么。

Knowledge Check

知識測驗

知识测验

Which file is the most important part of a Skill?
SKILL.md is the brain of the skill. It defines the purpose, the steps, the rules, and the boundaries. Without it, the other files have no context. Scripts can be powerful, but they follow what SKILL.md directs.
04

How to Detect a Malicious Skill

如何檢測惡意Skills

如何检测恶意Skills

Not all skills are created equal. Some are malicious — designed to steal data, compromise your system, or cause harm. Here are six red flags to watch for:

並非所有Skills都是平等創建的。有些是惡意的 — 設計用來竊取數據、破壞您的系統或造成傷害。以下是需要注意的六個危險信號:

并非所有Skills都是平等创建的。有些是恶意的 — 设计用来窃取数据、破坏您的系统或造成伤害。以下是需要注意的六个危险信号:

Skill from official registry, full documentation
You find a Skill on the platform's official hub. It has a clear description, a SKILL.md you can read, and was updated recently.
Safe to proceed — verify the docs, then install.
!
Skill asks for your system password
A Skill called "Smart Summariser" asks you to paste your login password into the terminal during setup.
Stop immediately — no legitimate Skill needs your password.
?
Skill found via a search result link
A Google search returns a GitHub link. It looks professional with thousands of stars.
Verify first — fake repositories can look real. Go to the official source directly.
!
Skill asks you to disable antivirus
During installation, the instructions say "disable your security software for this step to work correctly."
Do not proceed — this is a classic sign of malicious intent.
Tap each card to reveal the verdict 點擊每張卡以顯示判決 点击每张卡以显示判决

Key message: When in doubt, don't install. Ask someone who knows.

關鍵信息:有疑問時,請勿安裝。詢問懂的人。

关键信息:有疑问时,请勿安装。询问懂的人。

Knowledge Check

知識測驗

知识测验

A skill called "Weather Checker" asks you to paste your system password into the terminal. What should you do?
A weather-checking skill has absolutely no reason to need your system password. This is a classic sign of a malicious skill trying to gain elevated access to your computer. Do not proceed.
05

When Should You Install a Skill?

何時應該安裝Skills?

何时应该安装Skills?

Q1
Q1
Q1
Does the Skill come from an official registry or a source you personally trust?
Skills是否來自官方登記冊或您個人信任的來源?
Skills是否来自官方登记册或您个人信任的来源?

Knowledge Check

知識測驗

知识测验

You find a skill via a Google search result that promises to automate your reports. What's the FIRST thing you should do?
Search results can be manipulated to surface fake or malicious skills. Always go back to the official source, read the documentation, and understand what you're installing. Reviews can be faked. Your first step is always: verify the source.
06

Proper Usage of Skills

正確使用Skills

正确使用Skills

Once you've installed a skill, use it responsibly. Here are six principles to follow:

安裝Skills後,請負責任地使用。以下是需要遵循的六項原則:

安装Skills后,请负责任地使用。以下是需要遵循的六项原则:

  1. Least privilege — Only install skills that need access to what they actually use. A writing skill doesn't need access to your camera.
  2. 最少權限 — 只安裝需要訪問他們實際使用的內容的Skills。寫作Skills不需要訪問您的相機。
  3. 最少权限 — 只安装需要访问他们实际使用的内容的Skills。写作Skills不需要访问您的相机。
  4. Keep skills updated — Like apps, skills can have security vulnerabilities. Update when new versions are available.
  5. 保持Skills更新 — 像應用程序一樣,Skills可能有安全漏洞。當有新版本可用時,請更新。
  6. 保持Skills更新 — 像应用程序一样,Skills可能有安全漏洞。当有新版本可用时,请更新。
  7. One skill, one purpose — Be suspicious of skills that claim to do everything. Focused skills are easier to understand and safer to use.
  8. 一個Skills,一個目標 — 懷疑聲稱做任何事情的Skills。專注的Skills更容易理解和安全使用。
  9. 一个Skills,一个目标 — 怀疑声称做任何事情的Skills。专注的Skills更容易理解和安全使用。
  10. Review before every run — Especially for skills that touch files, send messages, or run scripts. Know what's about to happen.
  11. 每次運行前審查 — 尤其是對於接觸文件、發送消息或運行腳本的Skills。了解即將發生的事情。
  12. 每次运行前审查 — 尤其是对于接触文件、发送消息或运行脚本的Skills。了解即将发生的事情。
  13. Remove skills you don't use — Unused skills are unnecessary risk. If you're not using it, uninstall it.
  14. 移除您不使用的Skills — 未使用的Skills是不必要的風險。如果您不使用它,請卸載它。
  15. 移除您不使用的Skills — 未使用的Skills是不必要的风险。如果您不使用它,请卸载它。
  16. Report suspicious skills — If you find a skill that seems malicious, report it to the platform's registry. You protect others too.
  17. 報告可疑Skills — 如果您發現看起來惡意的Skills,請將其報告給平台的註冊表。您也保護他人。
  18. 报告可疑Skills — 如果您发现看起来恶意的Skills,请将其报告给平台的注册表。您也保护他人。
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Only install skills from trusted, official sources
Why: Unverified sources are the most common vector for malicious skills.
Read the SKILL.md before installing anything
Why: If you cannot understand what it does, you cannot consent to what it accesses.
Check that access matches the skill's stated purpose
Why: Least privilege — a writing skill should not touch your camera or contacts.
Keep skills updated when new versions release
Why: Updates patch security vulnerabilities discovered after release.
Remove skills you no longer use
Why: Unused skills are unnecessary risk sitting on your system.
Never enter passwords when a skill requests it
Why: No legitimate skill needs your system credentials to function.
You are a responsible skill user — every box ticked! 您是一位負責任的Skills用戶 — 每個框都勾選了! 您是一位负责任的Skills用户 — 每个框都勾选了!

Knowledge Check

知識測驗

知识测验

A skill for writing emails also requests access to your photo library and contacts. What is the correct response?
The principle of least privilege means a skill should only have access to what it genuinely needs for its stated purpose. A writing assistant has no legitimate reason to access your photos. This mismatch is a warning sign — either the skill is poorly designed or it has hidden intentions.
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Trusted Skills Resources

可信的Skills資源

可信的Skills资源

Not all skill sources are equal. Here are verified, trustworthy places to find and learn about skills:

並非所有技能來源都是平等的。以下是驗證、值得信任的地方來查找和了解Skills:

并非所有技能来源都是平等的。以下是验证、值得信任的地方来查找和了解Skills:

🏢 Official AI Technology Providers

🏢 官方 AI 技術提供商

🏢 官方 AI 技术提供商

Official

Anthropic Skills (GitHub)

Anthropic Skills (GitHub)

Anthropic Skills (GitHub)

Official skills library from Anthropic, the makers of Claude

來自 Anthropic(Claude 的製造商)的官方Skills庫

来自 Anthropic(Claude 的制造商)的官方Skills库

Learn more →
Official

Anthropic Skill Guide

Anthropic Skills指南

Anthropic Skills指南

Complete guide to building skills for Claude

為 Claude 構建Skills的完整指南

为 Claude 构建Skills的完整指南

Learn more →
Official

ClawHub

ClawHub

ClawHub

Open-source skill registry for AI agents

AI 代理的開源Skills註冊表

AI 代理的开源Skills注册表

Learn more →
Official

Tencent SkillHub

騰訊Skills樞紐

腾讯Skills枢纽

Tencent's enterprise skill registry

騰訊的企業Skills註冊表

腾讯的企业Skills注册表

Learn more →
Official

Manus Skills Docs

Manus Skills文檔

Manus Skills文档

Manus AI agent skills documentation

Manus AI 代理Skills文檔

Manus AI 代理Skills文档

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🌐 Trusted Community Sources

🌐 受信任的社區來源

🌐 受信任的社区来源

Community

Baoyu Skills

寶玉Skills

宝玉Skills

Curated community skills by Baoyu/JimLiu

由 Baoyu/JimLiu 精選的社區Skills

由 Baoyu/JimLiu 精选的社区Skills

Learn more →
Community

Awesome Skills

很棒的Skills

很棒的Skills

Community-curated directory of quality skills

社區精選的優質Skills目錄

社区精选的优质Skills目录

Learn more →
Important: Even from trusted sources, always read a skill's documentation before installing. Trust the source, but verify the skill.