# Google R Style

> Applies Google R style for formatting, naming, and conventions. Use when writing or reviewing R language, .R files, statistical scripts, or Google R style.

- Skill: `peterish8/google-r-style` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add peterish8/google-r-style`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/peterish8/google-r-style/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: peterish8 (https://skillmd.com/u/peterish8)
- Updated: 2026-09-21
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/peterish8/google-r-style

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# Google R Style (Quick Reference)

Source: [https://google.github.io/styleguide/Rguide.html](https://google.github.io/styleguide/Rguide.html)

## When to load the detailed skill

Read [google-r-style-detailed](../google-r-style-detailed/SKILL.md) when you need:

- Section-by-section rules, examples, or edge cases
- PR review with non-trivial style questions
- Resolving conflicts between local habits and Google style

The detailed skill is linked here so agents can load it automatically alongside this quick reference.

## Core rules

- Google R style follows Tidyverse conventions where applicable.
- Use `<-` for assignment, not `=`.
- snake_case for function and variable names.
- Limit line length to 80 characters.
- Use explicit `library()` calls at top; organize scripts: libraries, data, functions, execution.
- Comment the 'why', not the 'what'.

## Quick checklist

- Match Google R naming and formatting conventions
- Keep code readable; prefer consistency within the file and package
- Run language-appropriate linters/formatters when available
- Document non-obvious behavior with brief, accurate comments
- Defer to the official guide when this skill is silent

## Official guide

<https://google.github.io/styleguide/Rguide.html>