Design Claude Skills
2 394 design skills from 450 authors. They decide how things look — layout, type and interface behaviour. Half of them fit into 1 928 tokens or less — that is what one costs your context window when the agent loads it. 316 ship runnable scripts rather than instructions alone. 2 of them cannot work without an MCP server, most often rube. We also found 422 copies of these same skills sitting in other people's repositories — counted once here, not 422 times.
2 394 unique 450 authors 8 updated this month 195 from vendors
Install and configure shadcn/ui components for React projects. Guides component selection, installation order, dependency management, customisation with semantic tokens, and common UI recipes (forms, data tables, navigation, modals). Use after tailwind-theme-builder has set up the theme infrastructure, when adding components, building forms, creating data tables, or setting up navigation.
Set up Tailwind v4 + shadcn/ui themed UI with dark mode. Install deps, configure CSS variables via @theme inline, wire dark mode toggle, verify. Use whenever the user mentions Tailwind v4, setting up Tailwind theming, shadcn/ui colours, dark mode, or troubleshooting colours not working, tw-animate-css errors, @theme inline conflicts, @apply breaking after upgrade, or v3 → v4 migration issues.
Next.js 16 Cache Components - PPR, use cache directive, cacheLife, cacheTag, updateTag
>- Create and modify Power BI report files in PBIR/PBIP format using the `powerbi-report-author` and `powerbi-desktop` CLIs. Use when the user wants pages, visuals, filters, slicers, bookmarks, themes, or formatting, (3) validate PBIR and verify rendering in Power BI Desktop. For open-ended visual design, use `powerbi-report-design` first. For end-to-end requirements and "create Power BI report page", "add visual to PBIP", "format report visual", "validate Power BI report", "reload Desktop screenshot", "implement an approved PBIP report spec", "edit PBIR pages/visuals".
>- Generate Power BI report visual design guidance before PBIR files are archetypes, chart types, layout, color, typography, theme direction, or accessibility approach, (2) redesign/restyle an existing report, apply a brand, or critique chart/layout choices, (3) produce a design contract for `powerbi-report-authoring`. For end-to-end requirements, approval, and build "make dashboard look professional", "choose chart type", "apply brand to report", "redesign report", "create design brief", "Power BI report design archetype".
Manage Power BI report workspace items and PBIR definitions in Microsoft Fabric via `az rest` CLI against the Fabric REST API. Use when the user wants to: (1) upload or publish a PBIR/report definition to Fabric, (2) get or download report definitions, (3) update report item definitions or properties, (4) list workspace reports, (5) delete reports. For editing PBIR files, pages, visuals, filters, themes, or formatting, use `powerbi-report-authoring`. For business questions over report data, use `fabriciq`. Triggers: upload PBIR report definition, upload Power BI report, download PBIR definition, publish PBIR definition, publish Power BI report to Fabric, manage Power BI reports, list workspace reports.
Convert Android XML layouts to Jetpack Compose. Use when asked to migrate Views to Compose, convert XML to Composables, or modernize UI from View system to Compose.
Expert checklist and prompts for auditing and fixing Android accessibility issues, especially in Jetpack Compose.
Implement navigation in Jetpack Compose using Navigation 3. Use when asked to build state-driven navigation, manage back stacks, scope ViewModels, implement adaptive layouts, or migrate from Navigation Compose.
Audit a component or page for accessibility issues and fix them
Generate a new UI component following the StyleSeed design conventions
Add appropriate user feedback states (loading, success, error, empty) to a component or page
Quick automated lint — detects common design system violations in seconds
Apply a named StyleSeed motion to a component — either one of the 5 personality seeds (Spring/Silk/Snap/Float/Pulse × entrance/exit/hover/press/layout) or a distinctive keyword move from the motion library (toggle-flip, toggle-curtain, reveal-blur, pop-in, shimmer, …). Translates vibe words into framer-motion code from one source of truth.
Compile screenshots, URLs, Figma exports, or an existing UI into a project-local StyleSeed output grammar with evidence, tokens, confidence, anti-patterns, and a validation screen. Use when the user supplies a design reference that StyleSeed does not already model.
Apply one optional StyleSeed aesthetic profile without changing the selected output grammar, product job, or core design judgment.
Review UI code for design system compliance, accessibility, and best practices
Configure StyleSeed by selecting the output grammar, domain, page type, brand recipe, optional aesthetic profile, and bounded brand tokens before scaffolding a first screen.
View, add, or modify design tokens in the StyleSeed design system
Reviews UI/frontend code and tells you exactly why it "looks AI-generated" — then how to fix it. Use it when a React/Tailwind/HTML interface looks off, generic, or unfinished, when you want a design score before shipping, or when asked to make UI look more professional, polished, or "designed, not generated." Self-contained; based on the open-source StyleSeed design engine.
Build, modify, and diagram SimBiology models — API reference, helper functions, and layout patterns. Use when constructing or editing models programmatically or visually.
> Build MATLAB apps from requirements to working code. Asks discovery questions (or skips them when the path is known), recommends UIFigure or UIHTML architecture, identifies layout archetype (Dashboard, Explorer, Tabbed, Wizard, Canvas), produces an implementation plan, and executes the build. For UIFigure apps, optionally serializes as App Designer (.mlapp or plain-text .m + .xml). Use when a user wants to build a MATLAB app, create a GUI, make an interactive tool, build a uifigure app, build a uihtml app, build an App Designer app, build a .mlapp app, build a plain-text App Designer app, or asks which approach panel, sidebar, tabs, wizard, stepper, canvas, workspace.
> Style MATLAB charts and figures. colororder palettes for chart series colors, colormap selection, brand color organization, and the R2025a Theme API for uifigure apps (dark mode with fliplightness, ThemeChangedFcn, uistyle, component colors). Use when customizing chart colors, applying a color palette, organizing brand colors, dark mode, brand colors, colororder, colormap, palette, fliplightness, color scheme, styling, chart colors.
S-parameters, insertion loss, fields, currents, mesh control, and solver selection for RF PCB performance validation. TRIGGER: user asks to compute S-parameters, analyze insertion/return loss, extract fields or currents, compare MoM vs FEM, or control mesh for any RF PCB component. Invoke BEFORE writing sparameters() or solver code — API is non-obvious. SKIP: designing or creating components (use the specific matlab-design-pcb-* skill), material/stackup setup only (use matlab-manage-pcb-material), optimization sweeps (use matlab-optimize-pcb-design), PDN/IR-drop analysis (use matlab-analyze-pcb-pdn).
PDN DC voltage/current analysis, IR drop, design rule checking, and multi-net batch analysis on imported PCB layouts. TRIGGER: user asks about power integrity, PDN analysis, IR drop, voltage distribution, current density, power nets, or design rule checking on a PCB. Invoke BEFORE writing code — the PDN API chain is specialized and non-obvious. SKIP: importing a PCB file (use matlab-read-pcb-layout), EM field/S-parameter extraction (use matlab-analyze-em), material/stackup setup only (use matlab-manage-pcb-material), transmission line design (use matlab-design-pcb-txline).
Build custom PCB structures with pcbComponent, shapes, Boolean ops, feeds, and multi-layer stackups for non-catalog geometries. TRIGGER: user asks to build, modify, or customize a pcbComponent — add/remove shapes, edit polygons, place feeds, add metal layers, cut slots, or create non-catalog RF structures. Also when modifying geometry of an existing catalog-designed component (e.g., adding pads, removing elements, editing vertices). Invoke BEFORE writing pcbComponent code — layer/shape/feed API is non-obvious. SKIP: designing catalog components like filters/couplers/txlines (use the specific matlab-design-pcb-* skill), material/stackup definition only (use matlab-manage-pcb-material), EM analysis (use matlab-analyze-em), importing PCB files (use matlab-read-pcb-layout).
Wilkinson, branchline, ratrace, directional couplers, corporate dividers, Rotman lenses for power splitting and beam-forming. TRIGGER: user asks to design, create, or analyze any coupler, splitter, power divider, combiner, or Rotman lens. Invoke BEFORE writing code — class names and design() availability vary per coupler type. SKIP: EM simulation/S-parameter extraction of an existing component (use matlab-analyze-em), building custom non-catalog geometry (use matlab-assemble-pcb-layout), material/stackup setup only (use matlab-manage-pcb-material), cascading multiple components (use matlab-integrate-pcb-circuit).
Bandpass, lowpass, bandstop filter design — hairpin, coupled-line, combline, stub, SIW for frequency selection and harmonic rejection. TRIGGER: user asks to design, create, or analyze any RF filter (bandpass, lowpass, highpass, bandstop, hairpin, coupled-line, combline, stub, SIW). Invoke BEFORE writing code — filter class names differ from what you would guess. SKIP: EM simulation/S-parameter extraction of an existing filter (use matlab-analyze-em), general PCB layout assembly (use matlab-assemble-pcb-layout), material/stackup setup only (use matlab-manage-pcb-material), optimization sweeps (use matlab-optimize-pcb-design).
Microstrip, stripline, CPW, differential pairs, and crosstalk analysis for impedance-controlled PCB interconnects. TRIGGER: user asks to design or analyze a transmission line (microstrip, stripline, CPW, coplanar, differential pair), extract RLGC or per-unit-length parameters, compute trace impedance, analyze a PCB trace cross-section, or perform crosstalk/coupling analysis. Invoke BEFORE writing code — preferred over RF Toolbox analytical functions (txlineMicrostrip, txlineStripline, txlineCPW). SKIP: EM simulation/S-parameter extraction of an existing component (use matlab-analyze-em), material/stackup definition only (use matlab-manage-pcb-material), building custom non-catalog geometry (use matlab-assemble-pcb-layout), optimization sweeps (use matlab-optimize-pcb-design).
Cascade PCB components, add lumped elements, export Touchstone, and bridge to eye diagram or antenna array workflows. TRIGGER: user asks to cascade or connect multiple RF PCB components, add lumped R/L/C, export S-parameters to Touchstone, or combine PCB elements into a circuit. Invoke BEFORE writing pcbcascade or circuit code — cascade rules and port matching are non-obvious. SKIP: designing individual components (use the specific matlab-design-pcb-* skill), EM analysis of a single component (use matlab-analyze-em), material/stackup setup only (use matlab-manage-pcb-material), optimization (use matlab-optimize-pcb-design).
Dielectric substrates, metal conductors, multi-layer stackups, and loss models (FR4, Rogers, Teflon) for RF PCB simulation. TRIGGER: user asks to set up a substrate, define dielectric properties, create a stackup, select a PCB material (FR4, Rogers, Teflon, etc.), or configure metal conductors. Invoke BEFORE writing dielectric() or metal() code — the API for named vs custom materials differs significantly. SKIP: PCB layout assembly (use matlab-assemble-pcb-layout), transmission line design (use matlab-design-pcb-txline), EM analysis (use matlab-analyze-em), importing a PCB file (use matlab-read-pcb-layout).
Import Gerber, ODB++, Allegro .brd, .mcm files for PCB boards and IC packages. Inspect nets, layers, shapes, and stackups. TRIGGER: user asks to import, read, or open a PCB layout file. Gerber files use gerberRead or PCBReader; ODB++, Allegro .brd, .mcm, and native formats use pcbFileRead. Also when inspecting nets, layers, components, or stackups from an imported board. Invoke BEFORE writing import code — the query API (cadnet, cadnetList, componentList) is specialized. SKIP: EM analysis or S-parameter extraction (use matlab-analyze-em), PDN/IR-drop analysis (use matlab-analyze-pcb-pdn), building custom geometry (use matlab-assemble-pcb-layout), material/stackup definition only (use matlab-manage-pcb-material).
Export pcbComponent designs to Gerber files with RF connectors and fab service formatting for PCB manufacturing. TRIGGER: user asks to export a PCB design to Gerber, generate manufacturing files, or write out a pcbComponent for fabrication. Invoke BEFORE writing export code — gerberWrite signature (pcbComponent, connectors, filename) is non-obvious. SKIP: importing/reading PCB files (use matlab-read-pcb-layout), building PCB geometry (use matlab-assemble-pcb-layout), EM analysis (use matlab-analyze-em), material/stackup setup (use matlab-manage-pcb-material).
> Build industrial-grade SCADA/HMI dashboards in MATLAB App Designer following source, write safeguards, fixed-range trends, drill-down layout. Use when wrapping OPC UA / Modbus / MQTT / OSI PI / PI AF monitoring scripts into a live App Designer app, building plant overviews, designing operator dashboards, or any time a user asks for a "SCADA dashboard", "HMI", "plant dashboard", "operator screen", or "industrial monitoring app" in MATLAB. uigauge, uilamp, alarm banner, gray-field, ISA-101, OPC UA dashboard, setpoint, write safeguards, alarm visualization, OSIsoft PI, AVEVA PI, PI Server, PI Data Archive, PI AF, PI Asset Framework, piclient, afclient.
Organize multi-step scientific analyses into reproducible, self-contained modules. Use for workflows such as QC→PCA→DEG→GSEA that produce scripts, inputs, figures, tables, and methods. Creates a stable module layout, records exact inputs/parameters/package and database versions in each module README, keeps large data as references instead of copies, and verifies outputs before completion.
> Predict genome-wide functional tracks (RNA-seq, CAGE, DNase, ChIP) from DNA (1) Scoring the regulatory effect of a variant on expression/accessibility, (2) Generating predicted coverage tracks for a locus, (3) Prioritising non-coding variants by predicted track delta.
Publication-grade figure correctness and legibility rules. Load before drawing any plot and call `apply_figure_style()` — sets a role-mapped font-size ladder, outward ticks, frameless legends, and 300-dpi output. The skill is a checklist, not a house look: data fidelity (claim-titles tested against every row, excluded data never enters summaries), label economy (floor and ceiling), colour threading, chart-choice-by-data-shape, layout, and a render-then-verify QA loop (bbox collision + per-panel perceptual check). Ships helpers: focal_palette, bar_with_points, strip_with_median, end_of_line_labels, panel_letter, set_frame, panel_crops. For multi-panel figures load `figure-composer`; for whole-paper figure arc load `paper-narrative`.
Expert patterns for scaling mobile games to desktop including mouse/keyboard controls, increased resolution and graphical fidelity, expanded UI layouts, settings menus, window management, and platform-specific features. Use when creating desktop ports or cross-platform releases. Trigger keywords: mouse_controls, keyboard_shortcuts, resolution_scaling, graphics_settings, fullscreen_toggle, window_modes, Steam_integration, desktop_optimization.
Expert blueprint for digital card games (CCG/Deckbuilders) including card data structures (Resource-based), deck management (draw/discard/reshuffle), turn logic, hand layout (arcing), drag-and-drop UI, effect resolution (Command pattern), and visual polish (godot-tweening, shaders). Use for CCG, deckbuilders, or tactical card games. Trigger keywords: card_game, deck_manager, card_data, hand_layout, drag_drop_cards, effect_resolution, command_pattern, draw_pile, discard_pile.
Expert blueprint for platformer games including precision movement (coyote time, jump buffering, variable jump height), game feel polish (squash/stretch, particle trails, camera shake), level design principles (difficulty curves, checkpoint placement), collectible systems (progression rewards), and accessibility options (assist mode, remappable controls). Based on Celeste/Hollow Knight design research. Trigger keywords: platformer, coyote_time, jump_buffer, game_feel, level_design, precision_movement.
Expert patterns for input handling covering InputMap actions, InputEvent processing, controller support, rebinding, deadzones, and input buffering. Use when setting up player controls, implementing input systems, or adding gamepad/accessibility features. Keywords InputMap, InputEvent, gamepad, controller, rebinding, deadzone, input buffer.
Apply a Classic Easter seasonal overlay: pastel Theme/StyleBox injection, confetti/shimmer VFX, elastic juice, mesh surface_override painting, cursor/audio swaps, and a date-window activation gate with player opt-out. Use when shipping holiday skins, April events, or egg-hunt juice without mutating shared .mesh/.tres assets. Keywords: pastel, seasonal Theme, StyleBox, confetti, Easter egg, surface_override, TRANS_ELASTIC, Disable Seasonal Themes, activation gate.
Expert blueprint for responsive UI layouts using Container nodes (HBoxContainer, VBoxContainer, GridContainer, MarginContainer, ScrollContainer, HFlowContainer, SubViewportContainer). Covers size flags, anchors, split containers, virtual_list pooling, stretch_shrink previews, and dynamic layouts. Use when building adaptive interfaces OR implementing responsive menus. Keywords: Container, HBoxContainer, VBoxContainer, GridContainer, HFlowContainer, SubViewportContainer, virtual_list, stretch_shrink, size_flags, EXPAND_FILL, anchors, responsive.
Expert blueprint for UI themes using Theme resources, StyleBoxes, custom fonts, and theme overrides for consistent visual styling. Covers StyleBoxFlat/Texture, theme inheritance, dynamic theme switching, and font variations. Use when implementing consistent UI styling OR supporting multiple themes. Keywords Theme, StyleBox, StyleBoxFlat, add_theme_override, font, theme inheritance, dark mode.
When the user wants to plan product distribution via marketplaces, app stores, or third-party platforms. Also use when the user mentions "distribution channels," "marketplace listing," "app store listing," "Figma plugin," "Chrome extension marketplace," "AWS Marketplace," "Shopify app," "GPTs store," "app distribution," or "third-party marketplace." For channel mix, use integrated-marketing.
When the user wants to define, audit, or apply visual identity (typography, colors, spacing, design tokens, frontend aesthetics). Also use when the user mentions "brand style guide," "visual identity," "design system," "typography," "color palette," "brand guidelines," "AI brand aesthetics," "brand colors," "font choices," "spacing system," "design tokens," "motion," "distinctive design," "frontend aesthetics," "PowerPoint theme," "Google Slides brand," or "slide master colors." For brand story, positioning, and voice, use branding.
When the user wants to design, optimize, or audit hero sections (above-the-fold main visual area). Also use when the user mentions "hero," "hero section," "hero area," "above the fold," "above the fold content," "landing hero," "main banner," "banner section," "first fold," "hero section design," "hero conversion," "split layout hero," "centered hero," or "hero alignment." For homepage, use homepage-generator.
When the user wants to create, optimize, or audit a HowTo section block—an in-page block of ordered steps with optional Schema.org HowTo JSON-LD. Also use when the user mentions "HowTo section," "how-to section," "steps section," "quick start," "walkthrough," "tutorial block," "3 steps," "N steps," "simple steps," "tutorial steps," "step-by-step block," "HowTo schema," "HowTo JSON-LD," "instruction steps," "numbered steps SEO," "horizontal tabs for steps," or "procedure section." This skill is for a section inside a page, not a full page template—use article-page-generator, docs-page-generator, or tools-page-generator for page-level layout. For FAQ Q&A blocks, use faq-page-generator. For structured data details beyond HowTo, use schema-markup. For article body copy only, use article-content.