Install Skills in OpenAI Codex
Follow this guide to install AI skills in OpenAI Codex using the Skilz CLI
Before You Start
You'll need Python 3.10+ and pip installed on your computer. Most modern systems have these pre-installed.
To check: Run python3 --version in your terminal
Learn more about OpenAI Codex at openai.com/codex
Install the Skilz CLI
First, install the Skilz CLI tool. Open your terminal and run:
pip install skilz This only needs to be done once
Find a Skill You Want
Browse our marketplace and click on any skill to view its details. Look for the "Installation" section on the skill page - you'll see Codex install commands.
Example: On any skill page, you'll see the Codex install command:
skilz install anthropics_skills/canvas-design --agent codex The --agent codex flag tells Skilz to install to Codex's skill directory
Run the Install Command
Open your terminal and paste the install command, then press Enter.
Press Enter to run the command
You're Done!
That's it! The skill is now installed in your ~/.codex/skills/ directory
and is immediately ready to use in OpenAI Codex.
Codex now has new capabilities. Try asking about the topic the skill covers!
Pro Tips
- Use
skilz list --agent codexto see all installed Codex skills - Use
skilz update --agent codexto update all Codex skills - Use
skilz remove skill-name --agent codexto uninstall a skill - Higher-rated skills (green scores) are more reliable and well-maintained
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