context-mode
Use context-mode tools (ctx_execute, ctx_execute_file) instead of Bash/cat
by mksgluFree
Description
Context-mode is an agent skill that routes large command output through context-mode's sandbox tools instead of running it directly in the shell. It is the default for any command that reads, queries, fetches, lists, logs, tests, builds, diffs, inspects or calls an external service, because such output can fill the context window quickly. The skill sends those commands to the ctx_execute and ctx_execute_file tools, which keep the bulk of the output out of the conversation. A short whitelist of commands still runs directly in Bash, including file moves, git writes such as add, commit and push, navigation, process control, package installs and simple echo output. The skill names the kinds of work it should handle, such as analyzing logs and summarizing output, and it covers every CLI, such as gh, aws, kubectl, docker and terraform. It is listed on skills.sh as part of the context-mode project, which is published on GitHub by mksglu.…
Highlights
- Routes large output through ctx_execute and ctx_execute_file
- Keeps logs, test runs and API output out of the context window
- Whitelist of small commands that still run directly in Bash
- Covers CLIs such as gh, aws, kubectl, docker and terraform
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context-mode FAQ
What does context-mode do?
It sends commands with large output to its sandbox tools, so the output does not fill the conversation.
Which commands run directly?
A whitelist of small operations, such as mkdir, mv, cp, rm, touch, git add, git commit, git push, cd and echo.
Which commands use the sandbox?
Anything that reads, queries, fetches, lists, logs, tests, builds, diffs, inspects or calls an external service, including most CLIs.
Who is it for?
Developers using an AI coding agent on projects with large logs, test output or API responses.
How do I install it?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/mksglu/context-mode --skill context-mode in your terminal.
Is it free?
The listing shows the skill as free.
What security audits has it passed?
skills.sh lists three audits: Gen Agent Trust Hub Pass, Socket Pass and Snyk Warn. A Warn or Fail is worth reading before you install.
What are the best context-mode alternatives?
Popular alternatives to context-mode include agent-browser, hyperframes and ponytail. See all context-mode alternatives