Best use case
gws-docs is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Read and write Google Docs.
Read and write Google Docs.
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "gws-docs" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Read and write Google Docs.
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/gws-docs/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How gws-docs Compares
| Feature / Agent | gws-docs | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Read and write Google Docs.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# docs (v1) > **PREREQUISITE:** Read `../gws-shared/SKILL.md` for auth, global flags, and security rules. If missing, run `gws generate-skills` to create it. ```bash gws docs <resource> <method> [flags] ``` ## Helper Commands | Command | Description | |---------|-------------| | [`+write`](../gws-docs-write/SKILL.md) | Append text to a document | ## API Resources ### documents - `batchUpdate` — Applies one or more updates to the document. Each request is validated before being applied. If any request is not valid, then the entire request will fail and nothing will be applied. Some requests have replies to give you some information about how they are applied. Other requests do not need to return information; these each return an empty reply. The order of replies matches that of the requests. - `create` — Creates a blank document using the title given in the request. Other fields in the request, including any provided content, are ignored. Returns the created document. - `get` — Gets the latest version of the specified document. ## Discovering Commands Before calling any API method, inspect it: ```bash # Browse resources and methods gws docs --help # Inspect a method's required params, types, and defaults gws schema docs.<resource>.<method> ``` Use `gws schema` output to build your `--params` and `--json` flags.
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