| name | compress-prompt |
| description | Compresses prompts/skills into minimal goal-focused instructions. Trusts the model, drops what it already knows, maximizes action space. Use when asked to compress, condense, or minimize a prompt. |
Compress Prompt
Goal
Transform a prompt into the minimal instruction needed for the model to succeed. Not "preserve everything densely"—instead, "what's the least I need to say?"
Output: Display compressed result + stats. Optionally write to file with --output <path>.
Input
$ARGUMENTS = prompt (file path or inline text) [--output path]
If file path: read content. If inline: use directly. If ambiguous: try as file first.
Principles
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Trust capability, enforce discipline - Models know HOW to do tasks. But they cut corners, forget context, skip verification, declare victory early. Drop capability instructions, keep discipline guardrails.
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Goal over process - State WHAT to achieve, not HOW. Let the model choose its approach.
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Training filter - "Would a competent person need to be told this?" If no → drop it. Models are trained on millions of examples.
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Maximize action space - Fewer constraints = more freedom = better results. Each constraint should earn its place.
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Inline-typable brevity - Short enough you could type it verbally to a capable colleague.
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Avoid arbitrary values - "Max 4 rounds" or "2-3 examples" become rigid rules. State the principle, not the number. Constrain productively while giving flexibility.
What to Keep vs Drop
