How are nodes organized to prevent overlap?

It implements specific layout algorithms, such as radial distribution for mind maps and coordinate-based spacing for freeform layouts, to ensure a minimum distance between node centers.

Can I use the output directly in Obsidian?

Yes, the skill generates valid JSON that follows the Obsidian Canvas specification, ready to be saved as a .canvas file and opened immediately.

What layout types does the Obsidian Canvas Creator support?

It supports both MindMap layouts for hierarchical data and Freeform layouts for complex, non-linear networks.

Does it support custom colors?

Yes, it utilizes Obsidian's six preset colors for quick categorization and supports specific hex codes for brand consistency.

How does it handle long text content in nodes?

The skill applies intelligent node sizing guidelines based on character count and can recommend using file nodes for excessively long content to maintain readability.

Obsidian Canvas Creator

Name: Obsidian Canvas Creator
Author: axtonliu

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Generates structured Obsidian Canvas files and mind maps from text content to visualize information spatially.

Obsidian Canvas Creator is a specialized Claude Code skill that transforms complex text content, articles, and outlines into interactive Obsidian Canvas files. By supporting both hierarchical mind maps and flexible freeform layouts, it allows users to convert linear information into spatial diagrams. The skill automates node sizing, color-coding, and layout algorithms, ensuring that the generated JSON is valid and ready for immediate import into Obsidian for brainstorming, knowledge management, or project planning.

Key Features

01Intelligent node sizing based on text length and content depth

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03Supports both structured MindMap and flexible Freeform layouts

04Radial and grid-based layout algorithms for optimal spatial organization

05Dynamic color-coding schemes for categorization and emphasis

06Automatic generation of valid Obsidian Canvas JSON files

Use Cases

01Visualizing hierarchical relationships in documentation or research notes

02Brainstorming project architectures and spatial information maps

03Converting long-form articles into visual mind maps for study

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add axtonliu/axton-obsidian-visual-skills obsidian-canvas-creator

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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