plugin-structure

# Plugin Structure for Claude Code ## Overview Claude Code plugins follow a standardized directory structure with automatic component discovery. Understanding this structure enables creating well-organized, maintainable plugins that integrate seamlessly with Claude Code. **Key concepts:** - Conventional directory layout for automatic discovery - Manifest-driven configuration in `.claude-plugin/plugin.json` - Component-based organization (commands, agents, skills, hooks) - Portable path references using `${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}` - Explicit vs. auto-discovered component loading ## Directory Structure Every Claude Code plugin follows this organizational pattern: ``` plugin-name/ ├── .claude-plugin/ │ └── plugin.json # Required: Plugin manifest ├── commands/ # Slash commands (.md files) ├── agents/ # Subagent definitions (.md files) ├── skills/ # Agent skills (subdirectories) │ └── skill-name/ │ └── SKILL.md # Required for each skill ├── hooks/ │ └── hooks.json # Event handler configuration ├── .mcp.json # MCP server definitions └── scripts/ # Helper scripts and utilities ``` **Critical rules:** 1. **Manifest location**: The `plugin.json` manifest MUST be in `.claude-plugin/` directory 2. **Component locations**: All component directories (commands, agents, skills, hooks) MUST be at plugin root level, NOT nested inside `.claude-plugin/` 3. **Optional com...