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Learn new features with the built-in guide subagent

Ask the bundled guide subagent to explain a new feature's purpose, limits and best practices instead of searching docs.

Setup time1 min
CostIncluded in plan
RunsWhen a release lands
NeedsClaude Code
Last updated2026-10-15
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use "claude-code-guide" subagent to help you understand claude code better

by Duy /zuey/ (@goon_nguyen) · 2026-01-15

✓ Opened via the X API on 2026-10-15

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Part 1 · What the source did

Ask the bundled guide subagent to explain a new feature's purpose, limits and best practices instead of searching docs.

  • Uses the claude-code-guide subagent to learn new features as they ship.

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Part 2 · Our copy-paste version

Adapted by us from what the source described. Fill in the [BRACKETS].

The prompt

Use the claude-code-guide subagent. Explain [FEATURE]: what it does, its limitations, 3 use cases for my repo, and best practices. Link the docs pages you used.
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Approval ruleRead-only; no changes to your settings.

Set it up

  1. Paste the prompt after a release.
  2. Try one of the suggested use cases.

Common failures

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What usually goes wrong
  • Explanations may lag the newest release. Check the linked docs.

Variations

  • Ask it to write a short note for your team wiki.

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