find-skill - A skill search tool developed by Vercel Labs - AiBoss

What is find-skill?

find-skills is a "meta-skill" developed by Vercel Labs and is a core component of the open Agent Skills ecosystem. find-skills is built into... vercel-labs/agent-skills The package includes a tool that allows users to directly search for, discover, and install various community skills using natural language within AI tools like Cursor. This solves the pain points of difficulty in finding skills, fragmented processes, and cumbersome installation, making it an entry-level tool for the Skills CLI ecosystem.

The main functions of find-skill

Natural Language SearchInput your needs directly in the AI dialogue, and it will automatically call upon [the appropriate function/method]. npx skills find Search Match Skill.
Rankings are the top priority recommendationsPrioritize recommending popular and reliable skills based on the skills.sh installation ranking.
Multi-dimensional filteringSupports filtering results by domain (Web, Testing, DevOps, etc.), number of installations, and author source.
One-click installation guideThe search results include precise installation commands, which can be copied and executed directly or allowed to be installed automatically by the Agent.
Security risk assessmentBefore installation, it displays security test results such as Gen, Socket, and Snyk, highlighting potential risks.
Multi-Agent CompatibilitySupports 10+ mainstream tools including Cursor, Codex, Cline, Kimi Code CLI, and GitHub Copilot.

The technical principle of find-skill

CLI layer:skills Command-line tools, acting as package managers, are responsible for interacting with the local file system and executing commands. find,add,check,update Operations such as...
Index layerThe skills.sh server aggregates public repositories on GitHub that conform to the Skills specification and creates a searchable index based on installations, stars, and domain categories.
Agent Integration LayerSkills are defined using Markdown specifications to define triggering conditions and behavioral commands. After installation, they are mounted into the Agent's context. When a user expresses the intent to "find a certain type of Skill," the Agent recognizes it. find-skills The trigger condition is automatically called. npx skills find [query] The returned results are then parsed and presented in a structured table.

How to use find-skill

Install the skill packageExecute the following in the terminal:

npx skills add vercel-labs/agent-skills

Follow the prompts to select the Skill you want to load (it's checked by default). find-skillsOnce confirmed, the following steps can be completed: define the target AI Agent (such as Cursor), installation scope (Project / Global), and installation method (Symlink recommendation).

Search for "Skill" in AI tools:Enter the following in the Cursor dialog box:

npx skills find
"ui automation"

The Agent will automatically access skills.sh to retrieve relevant Skills and return the Skill name, number of installations, and installation command in a table format.

Installation Target SkillCopy the returned installation command (e.g.) npx skills add charleswiltgen/axiom@axiom-ui-testingTo install, execute the command in the terminal or AI dialog box and follow the prompts to confirm.

Key information and usage requirements of find-skill

Prerequisites: Node.js must be installed on your local machine (official LTS version recommended). You can access it via... node -v verify.
Installation range selection
- Project levelThis only applies to the current directory and is suitable for single-project use.
- Global levelThis skill is globally available, can be reused across projects, and is recommended for personal long-term use.
Comparison of installation methods
- Symlink (Recommended)Creating symbolic links provides a single data source, allowing for full agent synchronization with each update, saving disk space; however, if the source file is deleted, all agents will be affected.
- Copy to all agentsEach Agent has an independent copy, and they do not interfere with each other; however, this takes up more space, and updates require individual operations.
Safety self-inspection requirements
- Prioritize Skills with 1,000+ installs, official sources (vercel-labs, anthropics, microsoft), or 100+ stars on GitHub.
- Be wary of skills that allow reading and writing to the local file system or executing shell commands; always review the security test report before installation.

The core advantages of find-skill

Zero configuration and ready to use: No need to leave the IDE or switch documents, complete the entire "find → select → install" process directly in the dialog box.
Community Ecosystem IntegrationIt integrates GitHub and skills.sh, covering mainstream areas such as web, testing, deployment, and documentation.
Installation volume transparentData-driven recommendations, high installation volume, and community-verified skills reduce the chance of encountering problems.
Seamless multi-agent adaptationOnce installed, it can be used by tools such as Cursor, Codex, and Kimi CLI without repeated configuration.
Safety FirstIt integrates Gen, Socket, and Snyk scanning, and can identify malicious behavior and vulnerability risks before installation.

The project address for find-skill

Project official websitehttps://skills.sh/vercel-labs/skills/find-skills

Comparison of find-skill with similar competing products

Comparison Dimensions	find-skills (Vercel)	skill-creator (Anthropic)	GoSkill
position	Discover and install community skills	Create a custom skill	Long-term task management and skill management
How to use	`npx skills find` Command Search	During the dialogue, the Agent creates a Skill.	GitHub repository + CLI installation
Ecological source	skills.sh + GitHub dual-source	Anthropic Skills Official Repository	Open source community repositories
Installation range	Project / Global / Symlink	Project level or global	Project-level
Security assessment	Integrating Gen, Socket, and Snyk	Relying on official review	Self-review required
Multi-Agent Support	10+ (Cursor, Codex, Kimi, etc.)	Primarily targeting the Claude ecosystem	General CLI, no Agent required
Core advantages	Community leaderboard + One-click installation	Zero-code creation Skill	Long task automated orchestration

Application scenarios of find-skill

Quickly improve development skillsWhen there is a temporary need for React performance optimization, PR review, Changelog generation, etc., the corresponding skill can be searched and loaded in seconds.
Team Skill StandardizationTeam-wide unified installation vercel-labs/agent-skillsThis ensures that members use the same high-quality skill set, reducing environmental differences.
Security Access ReviewBefore introducing third-party Skill, use its security assessment function to quickly determine the author's credibility and code risk.
Cross-tool capability migrationSkills found in Cursor can be directly synchronized and used by other Agents such as Cline and Codex, enabling capability reuse.