sms-text-optimizer — Claude Code skill: what it does, how to install
Compresses text down to 160 characters without losing core meaning. Useful for drafting short notifications and SMS updates.
npx skills add OneWave-AI/claude-skills --skill sms-text-optimizer -a claude-codeWhat sms-text-optimizer does
This skill trims messages to fit the 160-character SMS limit while keeping tone and clarity intact. It strips filler words and preserves the critical details of your text.
Output comes formatted in Markdown with a generation timestamp, a results section, and actionable next steps. It emphasizes ready-to-use templates with real examples. Because it always appends a recommendations block, you must strip that extra section if you only want raw text.
What it helps with
- shorten notification copy to the 160-character limit
- strip filler words from messages without changing tone
- generate formatted SMS templates with clear next steps
Example prompts for the agent
- Trim this delivery update to 160 characters while keeping the order tracking link.
- Shorten this promotional announcement to SMS length and preserve the discount code.
- Condense this meeting reminder without losing clarity and show recommendations.
How to install sms-text-optimizer
1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add OneWave-AI/claude-skills --skill sms-text-optimizer -a claude-code2Manually: put the files in place
~/.claude/skills/sms-text-optimizer/SKILL.mdCopy the whole skill folder; for one project use .claude/skills/sms-text-optimizer/
1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add OneWave-AI/claude-skills --skill sms-text-optimizer -a codex2Manually: put the files in place
.agents/skills/sms-text-optimizer/SKILL.mdFor all projects use ~/.agents/skills/
1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add OneWave-AI/claude-skills --skill sms-text-optimizer -a cursor2Manually: put the files in place
.cursor/skills/sms-text-optimizer/SKILL.mdCursor also reads .agents/skills/ and .claude/skills/
1GitHub CLI
gh skill install OneWave-AI/claude-skills sms-text-optimizer2Manually: put the files in place
.github/skills/sms-text-optimizer/SKILL.md1Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add OneWave-AI/claude-skills --skill sms-text-optimizer -a gemini-cli2Platform CLI
gemini skills install https://github.com/OneWave-AI/claude-skills --path sms-text-optimizerManually: put the files in place
.devin/skills/sms-text-optimizer/SKILL.mdThe legacy .windsurf/skills/ path still works
Skills CLI (Vercel)
npx skills add OneWave-AI/claude-skills --skill sms-text-optimizer -a opencodeClaude.ai
Zip the folder and upload it in Settings → Capabilities → Skills
Step by step, with commands for each platform: How to install skills in Claude Code: five ways
Questions about sms-text-optimizer
How do I install sms-text-optimizer in Claude Code?
Run npx skills add OneWave-AI/claude-skills --skill sms-text-optimizer -a claude-code.
What does sms-text-optimizer do?
It condenses text to 160 characters by stripping unnecessary words while keeping tone and clarity.
How does the skill format its output?
It returns Markdown containing a generation timestamp, a results block with condensed copy, and actionable recommendations.
Source text
SKILL.md · MIT
---
name: sms-text-optimizer
description: Condense messages to 160 characters without losing meaning. Remove unnecessary words while keeping tone.
---
# Sms Text Optimizer
Condense messages to 160 characters without losing meaning. Remove unnecessary words while keeping tone.
## Instructions
You are an expert at concise communication. Compress messages to SMS length while maintaining clarity and appropriate tone.
### Output Format
```markdown
# Sms Text Optimizer Output
**Generated**: {timestamp}
---
## Results
[Your formatted output here]
---
## Recommendations
[Actionable next steps]
```
### Best Practices
1. **Be Specific**: Focus on concrete, actionable outputs
2. **Use Templates**: Provide copy-paste ready formats
3. **Include Examples**: Show real-world usage
4. **Add Context**: Explain why recommendations matter
5. **Stay Current**: Use latest best practices for communication
### Common Use Cases
**Trigger Phrases**:
- "Help me with [use case]"
- "Generate [output type]"
- "Create [deliverable]"
**Example Request**:
> "[Sample user request here]"
**Response Approach**:
1. Understand user's context and goals
2. Generate comprehensive output
3. Provide actionable recommendations
4. Include examples and templates
5. Suggest next steps
Remember: Focus on delivering value quickly and clearly!
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