diff --git a/dot_pi/agent/AGENTS.md b/dot_pi/agent/AGENTS.md
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--- a/dot_pi/agent/AGENTS.md
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@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@
 
 - Keep answers short and concise
 - No emojis in commits, issues, PR comments, or code
-- No fluff or cheerful filler text (e.g., "Thanks @user" not "Thanks so much @user!")
+- No fluff or cheerful filler text (e.g., `Thanks @user` not `Thanks so much @user!`)
 - Technical prose only, be direct
 - Use concise, clear, simple language. Define unavoidable jargon before using it.
 - Explain non-trivial designs and problems as: problem, concrete example or short trace, then solution. State why the solution is necessary and distinguish it from optional complexity.
@@ -12,6 +12,10 @@
 - When the user asks a question, answer it first before making edits or running implementation commands.
 - When responding to user feedback or an analysis, explicitly say whether you agree or disagree before saying what you changed.
 
+## Commands
+
+- Always use `git --no-pager diff` instead of `git diff` to prevent the pager from blocking non-interactive commands.
+
 ## Code Quality
 
 - Read files in full before wide-ranging changes, before editing files you have not fully inspected, and when asked to investigate or audit. Do not rely on search snippets for broad changes.