What diagram types can I create with this skill?

You can create process flows (vertical or horizontal), circular flows, comparison diagrams, mindmaps, sequence diagrams, and state diagrams.

How does it handle Mermaid syntax errors?

The skill includes automated rules to avoid common pitfalls like list syntax conflicts, improper subgraph naming, and special character issues that usually break Mermaid renders.

Can I customize the visual style of the diagrams?

Yes, you can choose from various styles including minimal, professional, colorful, and academic, as well as control the level of detail and layout orientation.

Is the output compatible with Obsidian and GitHub?

Absolutely. The skill follows strict formatting rules to ensure all generated diagrams render perfectly in standard Markdown editors like Obsidian and on GitHub.

Mermaid Visualizer

Name: Mermaid Visualizer
Author: axtonliu

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Learning & Documentation

Transforms complex text and concepts into professional, syntax-perfect Mermaid diagrams for documentation and presentations.

The Mermaid Visualizer skill empowers Claude to convert unstructured text, workflows, and system architectures into clean, render-ready Mermaid diagrams. It specializes in various visualization types—including process flows, mindmaps, sequence diagrams, and state machines—while implementing rigorous syntax rules to prevent common parsing errors in platforms like Obsidian and GitHub. By automatically handling layout, semantic coloring, and detailed configurations, it ensures that technical documentation remains visual, readable, and professional without the need for manual troubleshooting.

Key Features

01Professional semantic color schemes for clear concept categorization.

02Supports multiple diagram types including Flowcharts, Mindmaps, Sequence, and State diagrams.

03Built-in syntax error prevention for list conflicts and subgraph naming.

04Optimized output for Obsidian and GitHub Markdown rendering.

05Customizable layout directions and detail levels (Simple, Standard, Detailed).

061,037 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Visualizing complex AI agent architectures or system workflows.

02Documenting API interactions and message flows with sequence diagrams.

03Creating hierarchical mindmaps for project planning or knowledge management.

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add axtonliu/axton-obsidian-visual-skills mermaid-visualizer

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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