Does it support keyboard shortcuts?

Yes, you can use 'T' to toggle themes, 'S' for the sidebar, and Arrow keys for navigating through different phases of a project plan.

Can I access the viewer from other devices on my network?

Yes, by starting the server with the --host 0.0.0.0 flag, the skill will provide a network URL accessible by any device on your local network.

How do I install the necessary dependencies?

You can run 'ck init' via the ClaudeKit CLI or manually run 'npm install' within the skill's directory to install marked, highlight.js, and gray-matter.

What is the Markdown Novel Viewer skill?

It is a Claude Code extension that launches a local background server to render Markdown files in a beautiful, book-like interface instead of raw text.

How do I quickly preview a file using Claude Code?

The skill provides a /preview slash command. Simply type '/preview' followed by the file or directory path to launch the server immediately.

Markdown Novel Viewer

Name: Markdown Novel Viewer
Author: duc01226

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Learning & Documentation

Transforms Markdown files and project directories into a serene, book-like reading experience via a local HTTP server.

Markdown Novel Viewer is a specialized utility designed to elevate the experience of reading project documentation, plans, and long-form Markdown files. By serving files through a local HTTP server with a custom 'novel-themed' UI, it provides a distraction-free environment featuring serif typography, warm color palettes, and intuitive navigation. The skill automatically detects project plan structures, offers a robust directory browser for easy file discovery, and supports remote access, making it an essential tool for developers and writers who need to review technical documentation with clarity and comfort.

Key Features

01Background server mode with remote access support via local IP binding

02Interactive keyboard shortcuts for theme toggling and phase navigation

03Automatic plan structure detection with sidebar status indicators

046 GitHub stars

05Integrated directory browser for navigating local project folders

06Novel-inspired UI with Libre Baskerville typography and warm color themes

Use Cases

01Browsing complex documentation directories with a clean, web-based interface

02Sharing live documentation previews across a local network during team development

03Reviewing long project design documents or technical specifications in a readable format

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add duc01226/easyplatform markdown-novel-viewer

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

Key Features

01Background server mode with remote access support via local IP binding

02Interactive keyboard shortcuts for theme toggling and phase navigation

03Automatic plan structure detection with sidebar status indicators

046 GitHub stars

05Integrated directory browser for navigating local project folders

06Novel-inspired UI with Libre Baskerville typography and warm color themes

Use Cases

01Browsing complex documentation directories with a clean, web-based interface

02Sharing live documentation previews across a local network during team development

03Reviewing long project design documents or technical specifications in a readable format

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add duc01226/easyplatform markdown-novel-viewer

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT