Does it support Markdown in the text nodes?

Absolutely. Text nodes within the canvas fully support Markdown syntax, allowing for rich text, headers, and lists inside your visual diagrams.

What is the JSON Canvas format?

JSON Canvas is an open file format for infinite canvas data, most commonly used in Obsidian to create visual diagrams and mind maps.

Can this skill modify existing Obsidian Canvas files?

Yes, this skill allows Claude to parse existing .canvas files, add new nodes, update connections, and rearrange layout coordinates.

Can Claude connect nodes automatically with this skill?

Yes, the skill handles edge creation, allowing you to define 'from' and 'to' relationships with custom labels and arrow directions.

JSON Canvas for Obsidian

Name: JSON Canvas for Obsidian
Author: duanbiao2000

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Aprendizaje y Documentación

Enables Claude to create and edit standard JSON Canvas (.canvas) files for Obsidian and other infinite canvas applications.

This skill empowers Claude to programmatically generate and manage JSON Canvas files, an open format for infinite canvas data used primarily in Obsidian. It provides the necessary schema knowledge to build complex visual structures, including Markdown text nodes, file attachments, external links, and organizational groups connected by labeled edges. Whether you are building mind maps, project boards, or documentation flowcharts, this skill ensures technical accuracy regarding coordinates, z-indexing, and JSON-compliant formatting within the local workspace.

Características Principales

01Precise coordinate and z-index management for complex layouts

020 GitHub stars

03Full support for JSON Canvas Spec 1.0 including nodes and edges

04Support for embedding files, attachments, and external URLs

05Visual organization using group nodes with custom backgrounds

06Automated node connection with customizable edge styles and labels

Casos de Uso

01Creating automated mind maps from documentation or chat summaries

02Generating visual project roadmaps and Kanban boards within Obsidian

03Mapping out complex code architectures and database schemas visually

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add duanbiao2000/obsidiandoc26 json-canvas

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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