Does it support Markdown inside nodes?

Absolutely. Text nodes support full Markdown syntax, allowing for rich formatting, headers, and lists directly within the visual canvas.

What is a .canvas file?

A .canvas file is a JSON-based open format used primarily by Obsidian to display nodes and edges on an infinite visual board.

Can this skill link to existing local files?

Yes, the skill can create 'file' nodes that point to specific Markdown notes, images, or PDFs within your local vault or workspace.

How does the skill handle node positioning?

It uses an X and Y coordinate system in pixels to precisely place nodes and groups, ensuring that generated diagrams are organized and readable.

JSON Canvas for Obsidian

Name: JSON Canvas for Obsidian
Author: kepano

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Productivity & Workflow

Generates and modifies visual JSON Canvas files for Obsidian to create mind maps, flowcharts, and organized research boards.

This skill empowers Claude to interact natively with the JSON Canvas open file format, enabling the programmatic creation and editing of visual diagrams within Obsidian and other compatible applications. It supports a comprehensive range of features including Markdown-enabled text nodes, file attachments, external links, and logical grouping. Whether you need to visualize complex code logic, organize research materials, or build automated project boards, this skill provides the spatial reasoning and syntax necessary to build structured, interactive canvases.

Key Features

01Spatial positioning and Z-index layer management

02Creation of text, file, link, and group nodes

03Integrated support for Obsidian color presets and hex codes

04Dynamic edge connections with custom labels and shapes

05Full support for JSON Canvas Spec 1.0

066,574 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Organizing research and literature reviews with linked documents

02Visualizing complex software architectures or logic flows

03Building automated Kanban-style project boards and roadmaps

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add kepano/obsidian-skills json-canvas

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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