Claude Plugins (vs Skills)

Know when to bundle skills into a plugin

A Claude Plugin combines multiple skills plus external app connections into one package -- more powerful than installing a single skill alone. To install one, go to CoWork > Customize > Browse Plugins, or ask Claude to build a custom plugin that combines the skills and app connections you need.

Who This Is For

  • Claude users who already use Skills and want to know when a Plugin is the better fit

  • Anyone who wants to bundle multiple skills with external app connections into a single installable package

What You'll Have

  • A clear understanding of the difference between a Skill and a Plugin

  • Knowledge of how to install a Plugin via CoWork > Customize > Browse Plugins, or ask Claude to build a custom one

What You'll Need

• Access to the tools named in this guide

• Your own inputs — brand details, topic, or data you want to work with

• 15–30 minutes for the first run

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