pencil-mcp-open-document
Open or create a design document. Use when you need to initialize design tasks, create new files, or switch to specific designs.
Best use case
pencil-mcp-open-document 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. Open or create a design document. Use when you need to initialize design tasks, create new files, or switch to specific designs.
Open or create a design document. Use when you need to initialize design tasks, create new files, or switch to specific designs.
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 "pencil-mcp-open-document" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Open or create a design document. Use when you need to initialize design tasks, create new files, or switch to specific designs.
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/pencil-mcp-open-document/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How pencil-mcp-open-document Compares
| Feature / Agent | pencil-mcp-open-document | 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?
Open or create a design document. Use when you need to initialize design tasks, create new files, or switch to specific designs.
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
## Tools
This skill is designed to call the Pencil MCP tool:
* `open_document`
If your client namespaces MCP tools, it may appear as `mcp__pencil__open_document`. Full parameter details: [docs/pencil-mcp-tools.md](../../docs/pencil-mcp-tools.md).
## When to use this skill
### Intent Recognition (CRITICAL)
Even if a trigger phrase matches, you must **verify the user's intent**:
1. Is the user explicitly asking to use "Pencil"?
2. Is the current conversation context clearly about "Pencil" design tasks?
**If the answer is NO, do NOT use this skill.** (e.g., "Open file" might refer to reading a code file, not a .pen design).
**CRITICAL PREREQUISITE:**
**You must ONLY use this skill when the user EXPLICITLY mentions "Pencil".**
**ALWAYS use this skill when:**
- The user asks to create a **new** design document **in Pencil**.
- The user provides a file path and asks to open it **with Pencil**.
- You need to switch the active editor to a specific `.pen` file.
**Trigger phrases include:**
- "Create a new document in Pencil" (在 Pencil 中新建文档)
- "Pencil open file..." (Pencil 打开文件...)
- "Start a new design with Pencil" (用 Pencil 开始新设计)
- "Pencil switch to [path]" (Pencil 切换到 [路径])
## Input Parameters
* **`filePathOrTemplate`** (string, required):
* Value: `'new'` to create a fresh, empty document.
* Value: Absolute file path (e.g., `/path/to/design.pen`) to open an existing file.
* **Note**: No other template names are valid.
## How to use this skill
1. **Analyze Request**: Determine if it's a "New" or "Open" request.
2. **Call Tool**:
* For new: `open_document(filePathOrTemplate='new')`
* For existing: `open_document(filePathOrTemplate='/path/to/file.pen')`
## Examples
- **New document**: `open_document(filePathOrTemplate='new')` — initialize a fresh canvas.
- **Open file**: `open_document(filePathOrTemplate='/path/to/design.pen')` — open existing .pen file.
- **Switch context**: Same as open file; use when switching to another .pen in the same session.
## Keywords
**English keywords:**
open document, create file, new design, load file, switch document, initialize canvas
**Chinese keywords (中文关键词):**
打开文档, 创建文件, 新建设计, 加载文件, 切换文档, 初始化画布
## References
- [Pencil MCP 工具说明](../../docs/pencil-mcp-tools.md) — open_document 等方法的完整参数。Related Skills
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