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Cmd. /approvals

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Handbook›Codex Command Master›Cmd. /init
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Cmd. /init

Generate an AGENTS.md scaffold for persistent repository instructions.

Key takeaways

  • Generate an AGENTS.md scaffold for persistent repository instructions.
  • Check the input surface and availability before using the examples below.

Purpose

Generate an AGENTS.md scaffold for persistent repository instructions.

/init

Availability

FieldValue
Input surfaceRunning CLI prompt
KindBuilt-in
StatusCurrent reference
Aliases—
Documented minimumNot specified
Reviewed against2026-09-22 · Codex CLI 0.155.1

The installed command menu and account or organization settings determine availability.

Examples

/init

When to use it

  1. Run /init at the repository root before writing team-specific Codex guidance.
  2. Edit the generated AGENTS.md to include test commands, coding standards, and safety rules.

Choosing related commands

CommandDifferenceChoose It When
/initCreates persistent instruction scaffoldingThe repo does not yet have Codex guidance
/statusShows current session stateYou need to verify loaded context
/mentionAttaches files to the current turnYou need one-off context

Effects and persistence

Starts creation or updating of project instructions. Review the proposed file contents and project scope.

/init creates an AGENTS.md scaffold in the current directory so future Codex sessions can load repository-specific instructions.

Cautions

  • Treat the generated file as a scaffold, not a finished policy.
  • Keep instructions concise and maintainable; stale instructions are worse than missing instructions.

Official sources

  • Developer Commands
  • Cli

Complete command list · Verification scope · History for this command

Related docs

Cmd. /run-skill-generator

Claude Code Command Master · Generate project-specific /run and /verify skills.

Cmd. /add-dir

Claude Code Command Master · Add a working directory for file access in this session.

Cmd. /mention

Attach a file or path to the conversation.

Cmd. /import

Import supported Claude Code setup, project files, and recent chats into Codex.

Cmd. /team-onboarding

Claude Code Command Master · Generate a team guide from 30 days of usage.

Cmd. /import

Import supported Claude Code setup, project files, and recent chats into Codex.

Cmd. /mention

Attach a file or path to the conversation.

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