# Example Skill > Example skill template demonstrating the structure and format of a GitHub Copilot agent skill. Use this as a reference when creating new skills. Use when this capability is needed. - Skill: `tomevault-io/example-skill-7` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files) - Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add tomevault-io/example-skill-7` - Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/tomevault-io/example-skill-7/raw - Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS) - Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex - Category: AI & ML - Author: tomevault-io (https://skillmd.com/u/tomevault-io) - Updated: 2026-09-17 - Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/tomevault-io/example-skill-7 --- # Example Skill Template This is an example skill that demonstrates the proper structure for creating GitHub Copilot agent skills. ## When to use this skill Describe when Copilot should use this skill. Be specific about: - The types of tasks this skill addresses - Keywords or phrases that should trigger this skill - Context in which this skill is most helpful ## Instructions Provide clear, step-by-step instructions for Copilot to follow: 1. **First Step**: Describe the first action to take - Include any specific tools or commands to use - Mention any prerequisites or checks to perform 2. **Second Step**: Describe the next action - Provide examples where helpful - Include error handling guidance 3. **Third Step**: Continue with additional steps - Be as detailed as necessary - Include best practices and common pitfalls to avoid ## Examples ### Example 1: Basic Usage ``` Provide code examples or command examples that demonstrate how to use this skill effectively. ``` ### Example 2: Advanced Usage ``` Include more complex examples if needed to illustrate advanced scenarios or edge cases. ``` ## Additional Resources - Reference any relevant documentation - Link to related tools or scripts in this skill directory - Mention any dependencies or requirements ## Notes - Include any important warnings or considerations - Document known limitations - Add troubleshooting tips if applicable --- > Converted and distributed by [TomeVault](https://tomevault.io/claim/cargdev) — claim your Tome and manage your conversions.