context7-cli
Use the ctx7 CLI to fetch library documentation, manage AI coding skills, and configure Context7 MCP. Activate when the user mentions "ctx7" or "context7", needs current docs for any library, wants to install/search/generate skills, or needs to set up Context7 for their AI coding agent.
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About context7-cli
The context7-cli skill provides guidance for using the Context7 CLI, a command-line tool designed to access up-to-date library documentation, manage AI coding skills, and configure Context7 MCP integrations for development environments. It helps developers avoid relying on outdated training data by retrieving current documentation directly from supported libraries and services. The skill also assists with installation, authentication, and command usage, making it easier to work with Context7 workflows from the terminal.
Its core capabilities include resolving library identifiers and fetching documentation through a two-step documentation workflow, managing AI coding skills through installation, search, suggestion, listing, removal, and generation commands, and configuring Context7 MCP for supported editors and coding environments. The skill covers authentication methods such as OAuth login, API key configuration, login status checks, and logout operations. It also provides guidance on common command patterns, required formats, and frequent usage mistakes.
This skill is intended for software developers, AI-assisted coding users, and teams integrating Context7 into their development workflows. Typical use cases include looking up current library documentation while coding, managing reusable AI coding skills from repositories, generating custom skills with AI, and setting up Context7 MCP for editor integrations. It is especially useful when documentation accuracy is important or when configuring Context7-based tooling across development environments.
FAQ
How do I fetch documentation for a library?
First use the library command to resolve the library ID, then use the docs command with the resolved library ID and your query to retrieve documentation.
Do I need to log in to use the CLI?
Most commands work without login. However, skill generation requires login, and setup requires login unless an API key or OAuth option is provided.
Can I use the CLI without installing it globally?
Yes. The CLI can be run directly using npx without a global installation.
What format is required when installing skills from a repository?
Repositories must be specified using the /owner/repo format when using skills installation commands.
What are the requirements for generating custom skills?
The skills generation feature requires authentication through login before it can be used.
Install context7-cli
Quick Setup:
- Copy the skill folder to
.claude/skills/ - Claude will automatically detect and use the skill
Repository
upstash/context7