claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix Skills: relative file paths in SKILL.md are not resolved [1 comments, 2 participants]

TL;DR

Instruct the LLM to locate the file dynamically by specifying the skill's directory in the file path.

Guidance

• To resolve the issue, modify the SKILL.md file to include the skill's base directory in the file path, allowing the LLM to construct the correct absolute path.
• Verify that the LLM can successfully locate the file by checking the search results after invoking the skill.
• Consider exposing the skill's base directory to the LLM as an alternative solution, enabling it to resolve relative paths on its own.
• When referencing files in SKILL.md, use the workaround provided: "Read the file references/style-guide.md located in this skill's directory".

Example

No code snippet is necessary, as the solution involves modifying the natural language prompt in SKILL.md.

Notes

This solution assumes that the LLM has the capability to understand and execute dynamic file location instructions. If this is not the case, an alternative approach may be required.

Recommendation

Apply the workaround by instructing the LLM to locate the file dynamically, as this provides a straightforward solution to the issue without requiring changes to the underlying skill system.