Cortex setup
Initialize Cortex for first-time useFrom its SKILL.md
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Cortex Setup Wizard
Initialize Cortex for first-time use.
Setup Steps
1. Initialize System
Run the internal setup command to create directories and database:
node ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/dist/index.js setup
2. Configure Preferences
Ask the user to choose a configuration preset:
Question: How would you like Cortex to behave?
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Full Automation (Recommended)
- Protection: Saves seamlessly while you work (every 5% context).
- Clear Safety: Automatically saves backup before you clear context.
- Visuals: Shows "Saved" notifications.
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Balanced
- Protection: Saves less frequently (every 10%).
- Clear Safety: Automatically saves backup before clear.
- Visuals: Standard status bar.
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Silent Mode
- Protection: Manual saving only.
- Clear Safety: Automatically saves backup before clear.
- Visuals: Hidden status bar.
3. Apply Preset
Based on the user's choice (1, 2, or 3), apply the corresponding preset:
If "1" or "Full":
node ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/dist/index.js configure full
If "2" or "Balanced":
node ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/dist/index.js configure essential
If "3" or "Silent":
node ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/dist/index.js configure minimal
4. Finish
Print the success message: "✅ Cortex is ready! Now restart Claude Code to enable memory tools."