creating-windsurf-packages
Installation
SKILL.md
Creating Windsurf Packages
Overview
Windsurf uses a single .windsurf/rules file containing plain markdown instructions with NO frontmatter.
CRITICAL CONSTRAINTS:
- No frontmatter - Pure markdown only
- 12,000 character limit - Hard limit enforced by Windsurf
- Single file - All rules in one
.windsurf/rulesfile
Quick Reference
| Aspect | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Format | Plain markdown |
| Frontmatter | None (forbidden) |
| Character limit | 12,000 max |
| File location | .windsurf/rules (single file) |