| name | updating-openspec-instructions |
| description | Updates OpenSpec instruction files in a project. Use when OpenSpec is already initialized but instructions need refreshing or the CLI was updated. |
Updating OpenSpec Instructions
Purpose
Ensures that the AI agent's instruction files (e.g., .cursorrules, claude.json) are up-to-date with the latest OpenSpec standards and project configuration.
1. Safety & Verification
- Check Help: Run
npx @fission-ai/openspec@latest update --help.
- Verify Initialization: Ensure OpenSpec has already been initialized in the project (check for
openspec/ directory).
2. Common Workflows
Workflow: Refresh Instructions
- Run
npx @fission-ai/openspec@latest update.
- Use
--force to overwrite existing instructions even if they appear up-to-date.
3. Error Handling
- If the command fails because OpenSpec is not initialized: Run
initializing-openspec first.
4. Examples
Example: Force Update Instructions
Command: npx @fission-ai/openspec@latest update --force
Expected Output: Updated instruction files in the project root or .cursor/ directory.