Handoff
Matt Pocock skill that compresses a Claude Code session into a structured markdown handoff so you can continue in a fresh session or another agent/worktree.
Overview
Handoff is a Claude skill added to LimeDock Directories from recent community and vendor roundups. Matt Pocock skill that compresses a Claude Code session into a structured markdown handoff so you can continue in a fresh session or another agent/worktree. This page covers install, how to invoke it, example prompts, prerequisites, and concrete use cases.
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Installation guide
npx skills add mattpocock/skills --skill handoff -y -gHow to use it
When context is getting heavy, ask to create a handoff before continuing. Commit the doc if you need a permanent record (defaults to temp dir).
Example prompts
- “Use the Handoff skill for: Exit before context compaction degrades quality”
- “Walk me through Handoff step by step, then execute on my project.”
- “Review my current approach and improve it using Handoff.”
- “Produce a reusable checklist for running Handoff on similar work.”
Use cases and examples
- Exit before context compaction degrades quality
- Plan in Claude Code, implement in Codex worktrees
- Split large tasks across parallel agents
- Resume tomorrow with a purpose-built brief
- Team playbook trial of Handoff on a real workflow
Prerequisites
- Claude Code, Claude.ai (Skills enabled), or an Agent Skills–compatible host
- Permission to install third-party skills — audit SKILL.md and scripts first
- Project context (CLAUDE.md / product notes) for better outputs
Tips
- Keep triggers specific so Handoff only fires when relevant.
- Audit SKILL.md and any bundled scripts before production use.
- Pair with verification (tests, review, screenshots) before shipping.
- Re-audit installed skills monthly to avoid context tax from unused packs.