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How do you publish reusable Claude skills?

Learn how to turn a repeated Claude workflow into a simple skill package that teams can install.

Published August 27, 2026. Last reviewed August 28, 2026.

Short answer

Save the steps in a skill file and add an example. Publish the skill with AIPM. Then install it in each project that needs it.

Words used in this guide

  • AIPM: a tool that installs and updates reusable AI instructions.
  • Package: a named group of files that people can install and update together.
  • Workflow: a set of steps used to finish a task.
  • Repository or repo: a project folder whose changes are saved and tracked.

What this means

Start with one repeated job

Good Claude skills are small. Pick one job, such as summarizing an issue, reviewing code, writing release notes, or explaining a module.

Make the expected output clear

Tell Claude what format to use. A checklist, table, or short report is easier to reuse than a vague instruction.

Publish only safe files

Do not include private prompts, customer data, logs, or secrets. Run a preview before publishing.

Simple steps to create and AI agent

  1. Create a skill folder.
  2. Write the skill goal and limits.
  3. Add one or two examples.
  4. Run aipm publish preview.
  5. Publish and install the package where needed.

Where to go next

If you want to try this in a real project, start with the install guide, then read how to use AIPM. If you want to share your own workflow, read the publishing guide.

FAQ

Can one Claude skill work in many repos?

Yes, if the skill is written for a common task and does not depend on private project details.

What should a beginner include first?

Start with the goal, when to use the skill, what input is needed, and what output Claude should return.

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