Review a file twice before making edits to understand its full context and structure.
Review and Edit Workflow
This skill helps you make informed edits by thoroughly reviewing a file before making changes.
Steps
First Read - Read the file to get an initial understanding of its content, structure, and purpose
Second Read - Read the file again to identify specific sections you need to modify and confirm the context
Edit - Make your targeted edits with full confidence in the file's structure
When to Use
Making structural changes to code or configuration files
Editing files you're unfamiliar with
Making changes that might have dependencies or side effects
Ensuring you understand the complete file before modifying
Tips
Use the first read to understand the overall structure and purpose
During the second read, take note of exact line numbers and context for your changes
This double-review approach reduces errors and prevents unintended modifications
Consider using this workflow when working with critical files or complex codebases
1---2name: review-and-edit3description: review-and-edit4---5# review-and-edit67Review a file twice before making edits to understand its full context and structure.89# Review and Edit Workflow1011This skill helps you make informed edits by thoroughly reviewing a file before making changes.1213## Steps14151. **First Read** - Read the file to get an initial understanding of its content, structure, and purpose162. **Second Read** - Read the file again to identify specific sections you need to modify and confirm the context173. **Edit** - Make your targeted edits with full confidence in the file's structure1819## When to Use2021- Making structural changes to code or configuration files22- Editing files you're unfamiliar with23- Making changes that might have dependencies or side effects24- Ensuring you understand the complete file before modifying2526## Tips2728- Use the first read to understand the overall structure and purpose29- During the second read, take note of exact line numbers and context for your changes30- This double-review approach reduces errors and prevents unintended modifications31- Consider using this workflow when working with critical files or complex codebases
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