decision-action
Use when the user needs to choose, prioritize, or make a go/no-go decision among options.
Best use case
decision-action is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Use when the user needs to choose, prioritize, or make a go/no-go decision among options.
Teams using decision-action should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/decision-action/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How decision-action Compares
| Feature / Agent | decision-action | 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?
Use when the user needs to choose, prioritize, or make a go/no-go decision among options.
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
# Decision Action Skill ## Purpose Select an option and justify the choice using explicit tradeoffs. ## When to use - “Which should we pick?” - Prioritization - Go / no-go decisions Do NOT use for: - execution plans (use planning-action) - advice without a firm choice (use prescriptive-actions) ## Operating rules 1. Clearly define the decision. 2. Enumerate options (include “do nothing” if relevant). 3. Compare options using explicit criteria. 4. Make a clear recommendation. 5. State risks and revisit triggers. ## Outputs ### Decision statement ### Options comparison ### Recommendation ### Rationale & tradeoffs ### Risks ### Revisit triggers
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