Using skills

OpenAI has released a feature called ChatGPT skills that allows users to create reusable, shareable workflows for specific tasks. A skill is defined by a name and description that signals relevance, a set of step‑by‑step workflow instructions typically stored in a plain‑text SKILL.md file written in Markdown, and optional resources such as templates or tool access. The SKILL.md file is portable, versionable, and follows an open standard, enabling skills to be shared across tools and platforms. Skills are particularly useful when tasks require a repeatable approach, such as multi‑step processes, structured formats, or specific requirements. They help reduce missed sections, tone drift, and format inconsistencies, and they can be built directly in ChatGPT with a prompt or uploaded from outside. Once installed in a workspace, ChatGPT can automatically use a relevant skill or the user can invoke it explicitly. Workspace owners control sharing and installation permissions. The article lists numerous example skills across marketing, finance, operations, and engineering, illustrating how teams can standardize workflows and improve efficiency. This capability supports the broader AI industry by enabling consistent, high‑quality automation and easier collaboration across teams.