json-canvas
About
This skill enables developers to create and edit JSON Canvas files (`.canvas`) for visual tools like Obsidian, supporting nodes, edges, groups, and connections. It's ideal for building mind maps, flowcharts, and interactive diagrams programmatically. Use it whenever you need to generate or modify structured canvas data for visual organization.
Quick Install
Claude Code
Recommendednpx skills add davepoon/buildwithclaude -a claude-code/plugin add https://github.com/davepoon/buildwithclaudegit clone https://github.com/davepoon/buildwithclaude.git ~/.claude/skills/json-canvasCopy and paste this command in Claude Code to install this skill
GitHub Repository
Frequently asked questions
What is the json-canvas skill?
json-canvas is a Claude Skill by davepoon. Skills package instructions and resources that Claude loads on demand, so Claude can perform json-canvas-related tasks without extra prompting.
How do I install json-canvas?
Use the install commands on this page: add json-canvas to Claude Code as a plugin, or clone its repository into your skills directory, then restart Claude so it picks up the skill.
What category does json-canvas belong to?
json-canvas is in the document-processing category, tagged design and data.
Is json-canvas free to use?
Yes. json-canvas is listed on AIMCP and free to install. It runs inside Claude, so no separate service account is required to use the skill itself.
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