Agent skill · operations · kv0906
planning-with-files
Transforms workflow to use Manus-style persistent markdown files for planning, progress tracking, and knowledge storage. Use when starting complex tasks, multi-step projects, research tasks, or when the user mentions planning, organizing work, tracking progress, or wants structured output.
Why this skill is useful
Introduces a structured workflow using markdown files for planning and tracking that the AI wouldn't generate on its own.
What it needs
About 2k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-07-30. 14 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Planning with Files Work like Manus: Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk." Quick Start Before ANY complex task: 1. Create taskplan.md in the working directory 2. Define phases with checkboxes 3. Update after each phase - mark [x] and change status 4. Read before deciding - refresh goals in attention window The 3-File Pattern For every non-trivial task, create THREE files: File Purpose When to Update ------ --------- ---------------- taskplan.md Track phases and progress After each phase notes.md Store findings and research During research [deliverable].md Final output At completion Core Workflow The Loop in Detail Before each major action: After each phase: When storing information: taskplan.md Template Create this file FIRST for any complex task: notes.md Template For research and findings: Critical Rules 1. ALWAYS Create Plan First Never start a complex task without taskplan.md. This is non-negotiable. 2. Read Before Decide Before any major decision, read the plan file. This keeps goals in your attention window. 3. Update After Act After completing any phase, immediately update the plan file: Mark completed phases with [x] Update the Status section Log any errors encountered 4. Store, Don't Stuff Large outputs go to files, not context. Keep only paths in working memory. 5. Log All Errors Every error goes in the "Errors Encountered" section. This builds knowledge for future tasks. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
@skills kv0906/plan-skill