Shell
Executes shell commands within a container, streamlining DevOps tasks like deployments and system administration for increased automation efficiency.
Install on your platform
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add shell npx -- -y @trustedskills/shell
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"shell": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/shell"
]
}
}
}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 execute commands in a Unix-like shell environment. It can run scripts, interact with files and directories, and automate tasks typically performed through a command line interface. The agent can leverage this capability for system administration, data manipulation, or any process requiring shell interaction.
When to use it
- Automated file management: Moving, copying, deleting, or renaming files based on specific criteria.
- System information gathering: Retrieving details about the operating system, hardware, or network configuration.
- Running scripts: Executing pre-written shell scripts for complex tasks like backups or deployments.
- Data transformation: Using command-line tools (like
sed,awk) to process and modify text data.
Key capabilities
- Command execution
- Script interpretation
- File system interaction
- Directory navigation
Example prompts
- "Run the script
/home/user/backup.sh." - "List all files in the
/var/logdirectory." - "Copy the file
report.txtto the/tmpfolder."
Tips & gotchas
The agent requires access to a shell environment and appropriate permissions to execute commands. Be mindful of potential security implications when granting shell access, as incorrect commands can impact system stability.
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Security Audits
| Gen Agent Trust Hub | Pass |
| Socket | Pass |
| Snyk | Pass |
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