openspec-update

Q: How do I install openspec-update?

Run npx skills add https://github.com/full-stack-skills/openspec-skills --skill openspec-update in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/openspec-update/ (personal) or .claude/skills/openspec-update/ (project).

by full-stack-skills

Run openspec update to regenerate AI tool instruction files after upgrading the OpenSpec CLI. Use when the user says "update OpenSpec", "openspec update", or "refresh OpenSpec skills/commands".

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Install

Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.

npx skills add https://github.com/full-stack-skills/openspec-skills --skill openspec-update

01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
02
Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads openspec-update automatically when relevant.
03
Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.

SKILL.md

The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.

OpenSpec Update Skill

Run openspec update to regenerate AI tool configuration files (skills, commands, rules) after upgrading the OpenSpec CLI package. This ensures your project uses the latest slash commands and skill instructions.

When to Use

After upgrading the OpenSpec CLI (npm install -g @fission-ai/openspec@latest).
When slash commands or skills seem outdated or missing.
After changing tool selections and wanting to refresh configs.

Prerequisites

OpenSpec CLI installed (see openspec-install).
Project initialized with openspec init (see openspec-initial).

Workflow

Upgrade the CLI first (if not already done)
- npm install -g @fission-ai/openspec@latest (or pnpm/yarn/bun equivalent).
Run update
- openspec update — regenerates AI tool config files.
- openspec update --force — force update even when files are up to date.
- openspec update ./my-project — target a specific directory.
Verify
- Check that .claude/skills/, .cursor/rules/, or other tool directories have been refreshed.
- Restart your AI tool to pick up new skills if needed.

Outputs

Regenerated tool-specific config files (skills, commands, rules) matching the new CLI version.

Next Steps

Continue your workflow with openspec-new, openspec-explore, etc.

Troubleshooting

"openspec: command not found": Use openspec-install first.
"Project not initialized": Run openspec-initial (openspec init) first.
Skills not appearing after update: Restart your AI tool (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.) to reload skills.

References

OpenSpec CLI: update

FAQ

What does the openspec-update skill do?

Run openspec update to regenerate AI tool instruction files after upgrading the OpenSpec CLI. Use when the user says "update OpenSpec", "openspec update", or "refresh OpenSpec skills/commands".

How do I install openspec-update?

Run npx skills add https://github.com/full-stack-skills/openspec-skills --skill openspec-update in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/openspec-update/ (personal) or .claude/skills/openspec-update/ (project).

Which AI agents can use openspec-update?

Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.

Is openspec-update safe to install?

No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.

Who maintains openspec-update?

It is published by full-stack-skills in full-stack-skills/openspec-skills. It has 103 recorded installs.