# Readback

> Clearly restate a human's request so they can confirm alignment before work begins. Use when the human explicitly invokes /readback or $readback after a long, dictated, unclear, or complex prompt; never invoke automatically.

- Skill: `backnotprop/readback` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add backnotprop/readback`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/backnotprop/readback/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: AI & ML
- Author: backnotprop (https://skillmd.com/u/backnotprop)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/backnotprop/readback

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# Readback

State what I am asking for in clear, concise language so I can confirm that we are aligned.

- State the request in clearer words. Do not repeat it word for word.
- Keep the goal and important requirements.
- Do not add details or start the work.
- End with “Is that right?”