# Using Superpowers

> Use when starting a task in Cursor and deciding whether to apply one of the companion skills in this pack before exploring, planning, editing, or reviewing.

- Skill: `6bnbn/using-superpowers` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add 6bnbn/using-superpowers`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/6bnbn/using-superpowers/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Productivity
- Author: 6bnbn (https://skillmd.com/u/6bnbn)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/6bnbn/using-superpowers

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# Using Superpowers

## Goal
Choose the right skill before substantial work begins.

## Cursor-Specific Notes
- Personal custom skills live in `~/.cursor/skills/`.
- Project skills live in `.cursor/skills/`.
- Do not rely on `~/.cursor/skills-cursor/`; that directory is reserved for Cursor's built-in skills.

## Quick Triage
- Ambiguous request or design-heavy work: use `brainstorming`.
- New feature or behavior change: use `feature-dev`.
- UI or landing page work: use `frontend-design`.
- Bug or failing test: use `systematic-debugging` and often `test-driven-development`.
- Review request: use `code-review`.
- Need a formal plan: use `writing-plans`.
- About to report success: use `verification-before-completion`.

## Practical Rule
If a skill clearly matches the task, follow that skill instead of improvising. If none fit, work normally and keep the solution simple.