Append Text To File
This skill appends specified text to a target file, streamlining document updates and automating repetitive additions quickly.
Install on your platform
We auto-selected Claude Code based on this skill’s supported platforms.
Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add append-text-to-file npx -- -y @trustedskills/append-text-to-file
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"append-text-to-file": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/append-text-to-file"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill allows an AI agent to add text to existing files. It can be used to log data, update configuration files, or contribute to larger documents programmatically. The skill specifically focuses on appending content rather than overwriting the file's original contents.
When to use it
- Logging: Automatically append timestamps and messages to a log file for debugging purposes.
- Configuration Updates: Add new settings or modify existing ones in a configuration file without losing previous entries.
- Data Accumulation: Append data records (e.g., sensor readings, transaction details) to a file over time.
- Report Generation: Append sections of generated reports to a master report document.
Key capabilities
- Appends text to specified files.
- Supports specifying the file path for appending.
- Handles existing files without overwriting content.
Example prompts
- "Append 'Error: Connection failed' to my_log.txt."
- "Add this line to config.ini: [NewSection] Key=Value"
- "Please append the current date and time to data.csv."
Tips & gotchas
The skill requires appropriate file system permissions for writing to the target file. Ensure the AI agent has the necessary access rights before attempting to use this skill.
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