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readback: confirm a request before work

readback restates a person's request in clearer, shorter language before the assistant starts work.

Source facts

Repository
backnotprop/bro
Last source activity
August 9, 2026 at 23:46
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English
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Uses

The source recommends explicit use after a long, dictated, unclear, or complex prompt. The Skill is configured not to invoke itself automatically.

How to use

After installing the repository's Skills, invoke /readback {prompt}. Check the restatement and confirm or correct it before proceeding with the original task.

Limitations

The Skill's own instructions say to restate only: it must not start the requested work or add details.

Install options

The review-first prompt is selected by default. You can switch to a direct command or download a local copy.

Review the source files

Read SKILL.md and any companion files shown by SkillsMP before deciding whether to install.

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name
readback
description
Clearly restate a human's request so they can confirm alignment before work begins. Use when the human explicitly invokes /readback or $readback after a long, dictated, unclear, or complex prompt; never invoke automatically.
disable-model-invocation
true
# Readback State what I am asking for in clear, concise language so I can confirm that we are aligned. - State the request in clearer words. Do not repeat it word for word. - Keep the goal and important requirements. - Do not add details or start the work. - End with “Is that right?”
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