# Mt Task Breakdown

> Break a high-level goal into a structured set of tasks in an existing MeisterTask project.

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

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# Task breakdown

Use the MeisterTask MCP to decompose a goal or feature into a concrete task list in MeisterTask.

## Workflow

1. Gather the input:
   - The goal, feature, or deliverable to break down
   - Target project and section (or offer to create a new section)
   - Optional: due date, assignee, sub-task depth
2. Identify the target project and section:
   - Use `mt_projects_list` and `mt_sections_list`.
   - If no section is specified, suggest an appropriate one or ask.
3. Generate the breakdown:
   - Propose 5–10 concrete, actionable tasks.
   - For complex tasks, suggest a checklist rather than creating separate sub-tasks.
   - Confirm the list with the user before creating anything.
4. Create tasks:
   - Try `mt_batch_execute` first (preferred for 3+ tasks).
   - If the batch call fails, fall back to individual `mt_tasks_create` calls.
5. For tasks needing checklists, use `mt_checklists_create` followed by `mt_checklist_items_create`.
6. Return a summary with task names and the project URL.

## Important

Aim for tasks completable in a single work session. Push back on vague tasks like "research X" — prompt the user to define a specific deliverable.