About what-context-needed
A prompt skill that asks which files are needed before answering a question. It groups requested files by importance, explains their relevance, notes files already seen, and identifies uncertainties.
Key features
- 01List required files
- 02Explain file relevance
- 03Note files already provided
- 04Identify uncertainties
- 05Separate must-see and helpful files
Use cases
- 01Request repository context before answering
- 02Clarify which source files are needed
- 03Track what context is already available
Install
Copy the command and run it in a terminal.
$
npx skills add https:/After installing, type/what-context-neededin Claude Code to confirm it loaded.
Details
From the project READMEWhat Context Do You Need?
Before answering my question, tell me what files you need to see.
My Question
{{question}}
Instructions
- Based on my question, list the files you would need to examine
- Explain why each file is relevant
- Note any files you've already seen in this conversation
- Identify what you're uncertain about
Output Format
## Files I Need
### Must See (required for accurate answer)
- `path/to/file.ts` — [why needed]
### Should See (helpful for complete answer)
- `path/to/file.ts` — [why helpful]
### Already Have
- `path/to/file.ts` — [from earlier in conversation]
### Uncertainties
- [What I'm not sure about without seeing the code]
After I provide these files, I'll ask my question again.
Comments
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