claude-task-master/packages/claude-code-plugin/commands/expand-task.md

Break down a complex task into subtasks.

Arguments: $ARGUMENTS (task ID)

Intelligent Task Expansion

Analyzes a task and creates detailed subtasks for better manageability.

Execution

task-master expand --id=$ARGUMENTS

Expansion Process

1. Task Analysis

   • Review task complexity
   • Identify components
   • Detect technical challenges
   • Estimate time requirements

2. Subtask Generation

   • Create 3-7 subtasks typically
   • Each subtask 1-4 hours
   • Logical implementation order
   • Clear acceptance criteria

3. Smart Breakdown

   • Setup/configuration tasks
   • Core implementation
   • Testing components
   • Integration steps
   • Documentation updates

Enhanced Features

Based on task type:

• Feature: Setup → Implement → Test → Integrate
• Bug Fix: Reproduce → Diagnose → Fix → Verify
• Refactor: Analyze → Plan → Refactor → Validate

Post-Expansion

After expansion:

1. Show subtask hierarchy
2. Update time estimates
3. Suggest implementation order
4. Highlight critical path