asc-aso-audit
by rudrankriyamasc-aso-audit helps you run an offline ASO audit on canonical App Store metadata in `./metadata`, then surface keyword gaps with Astro MCP. Use the asc-aso-audit skill after `asc metadata pull` to review `subtitle`, `keywords`, `description`, and `whatsNew` with less guesswork.
This skill scores 78/100, which makes it a solid listing candidate for directory users who need a concrete offline ASO audit workflow for App Store Connect metadata. It is triggerable and specific enough to reduce guesswork versus a generic prompt, though users should note the directory listing would benefit from stronger supporting assets and clearer external references.
- Clear trigger and prerequisites: it tells agents to use canonical local metadata pulled by `asc metadata pull`, with optional Astro MCP for gap analysis.
- Operationally detailed workflow: the body defines a two-phase audit and specifies file paths for app-info and version JSON files.
- Good progressive disclosure: it includes preconditions, file-path conventions, and a "before you start" section that supports reliable execution.
- No install command or support files are provided, so users get the workflow from SKILL.md but little else to validate integration or dependencies.
- The repository has no references/resources/rules files, so some rule logic is implied by the skill text rather than backed by adjacent documentation.
Overview of asc-aso-audit skill
What asc-aso-audit does
asc-aso-audit is a focused skill for auditing App Store metadata offline, then checking keyword opportunities with Astro MCP. It is best for people who already have pulled metadata locally and want a faster, more repeatable ASO review than a generic prompt.
Who it is for
Use the asc-aso-audit skill if you manage App Store listings, handle ASO work, or need a quick quality check before publishing. It is especially useful for teams that want to validate metadata against rules, not just brainstorm keywords.
Why this skill is different
The main value is its two-step workflow: local checks first, then gap analysis. That makes asc-aso-audit for Data Analysis more practical than a broad marketing prompt because it starts from canonical files and surfaces concrete issues in subtitle, keywords, description, and whatsNew.
How to Use asc-aso-audit skill
Install and load the skill
Use the asc-aso-audit install flow with the directory’s skill installer, then open SKILL.md as the entry point. In this repo, the command shown in the source is:
npx skills add rudrankriyam/app-store-connect-cli-skills --skill asc-aso-audit
Prepare the right input
Before running the asc-aso-audit usage workflow, make sure metadata has already been pulled locally with asc metadata pull. If your files came from asc migrate export or asc localizations download, normalize them into the canonical ./metadata layout first so the skill can read them consistently.
Read these files first
Start with SKILL.md, then read references/aso_rules.md if present in the wider workflow guidance. The skill also depends on the structure under metadata/app-info/{locale}.json and metadata/version/{latest-version}/{locale}.json, so confirm the latest semantic version directory before auditing.
Give the skill a complete brief
A strong prompt should include the app ID, current version, target locale, and whether you want offline checks only or offline plus Astro MCP gap analysis. For example: “Audit the latest en-US metadata for app APP_ID, compare against ./metadata, and flag keyword waste, field quality issues, and keyword gaps.” That kind of input helps asc-aso-audit guide produce a targeted review instead of a vague summary.
asc-aso-audit skill FAQ
Do I need Astro MCP to use it?
No. The offline audit runs without Astro MCP. Astro is only needed if you want the keyword gap analysis portion, so the skill still works as a local metadata checker even in a constrained environment.
Is this better than a normal prompt?
Usually yes, if your goal is repeatable ASO review. A normal prompt may miss file-path assumptions, latest-version selection, or locale handling. The asc-aso-audit skill encodes those decisions so the audit is less guessy and more consistent.
Is it beginner-friendly?
It is beginner-friendly if you can already pull App Store metadata and identify where the exported JSON lives. It is less beginner-friendly if you need a guided ASO strategy from scratch, because the skill assumes you are working from real metadata files.
When should I not use it?
Do not use asc-aso-audit if you only have a rough app concept and no metadata yet, or if you need creative copywriting rather than an audit. It is designed to evaluate existing listings, not invent them.
How to Improve asc-aso-audit skill
Start with better source data
The biggest quality lever is clean input. Use the latest version directory, the correct primary locale, and normalized canonical files; otherwise the audit can inspect the wrong listing or produce misleading gaps.
Ask for the exact audit scope
If you want stronger results, specify whether you care most about keyword waste, subtitle clarity, description coverage, or cross-locale comparisons. That helps asc-aso-audit focus on the issues that actually affect your release decision.
Iterate on the findings
Treat the first output as a diagnostic pass, then feed the flagged issues back into a revision prompt. For example, ask for a rewritten keyword field constrained by the available character limits, or a second pass that prioritizes only the highest-confidence gaps.
Watch for common failure modes
The most common mistake is using exported files that are not in the canonical ./metadata layout. Another is failing to state the latest app version or target locale, which can cause the audit to read stale content instead of the listing you plan to ship.