excalidraw
Create sketchy, approachable diagrams—flowcharts, mind maps, architecture visualizations—as Excalidraw JSON files ready to edit and share. Perfect for brainstorming, teaching, and informal presentations where a casual aesthetic beats formal precision.
Excalidraw generates hand-drawn style diagrams and flowcharts in Excalidraw JSON format.
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Install
malue-ai/dazee-small/excalidraw · repository language: Python
git clone https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small
cp -r dazee-small/instances/xiaodazi/skills/excalidraw ~/.claude/skills/excalidrawFrequently asked questions
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Can excalidraw generate hand drawn style flowcharts?
Yes, excalidraw specializes in generating hand-drawn style flowcharts and diagrams. The skill creates sketchy, approachable visualizations in Excalidraw format that capture the casual aesthetic of pen-and-paper sketching while remaining fully editable and shareable.
What types of diagrams can excalidraw create?
excalidraw produces a wide range of informal visualizations including flowcharts, mind maps, architecture diagrams, system diagrams, wireframes, and concept maps. Each diagram maintains a sketchy, hand-drawn aesthetic ideal for brainstorming, teaching, and presentations where casual style enhances clarity.
How do I create excalidraw diagram from text?
excalidraw converts text descriptions into visual diagrams in Excalidraw format. Simply describe your flowchart, mind map, or architecture concept, and the skill generates an editable JSON file ready to open in Excalidraw or other compatible tools for further refinement.
Does excalidraw export files in editable format?
excalidraw exports all diagrams as editable Excalidraw JSON files. This format preserves the hand-drawn aesthetic while allowing you to open, modify, and enhance your diagrams in Excalidraw or share them with collaborators who can make their own adjustments.
What is excalidraw best used for?
excalidraw excels at creating informal visualizations for brainstorming sessions, educational content, system architecture planning, and casual presentations. The sketchy, approachable aesthetic makes complex ideas feel less intimidating and more inviting for collaborative discussion and iteration.
Can excalidraw make sketchy UI wireframes?
Yes, excalidraw can produce sketchy wireframes and UI mockups with its hand-drawn style. This casual approach to wireframing is perfect for early-stage design exploration and stakeholder discussions where rough, informal sketches encourage feedback and creative iteration.
SKILL.md
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手绘风格图表（Excalidraw）
生成手绘风格的图表、流程图、思维导图、架构图，输出 Excalidraw JSON 格式文件。
使用场景
- 用户说「画个手绘风格的流程图」「帮我画个思维导图」
- 用户需要轻松亲切的图表风格（非正式场合）
- 用户想快速可视化想法，不需要太正式
执行方式
生成 Excalidraw JSON 格式文件（.excalidraw），用户可直接用 Excalidraw 打开编辑。
与 draw-io 的区别
| 特点 | Excalidraw | draw-io |
|---|---|---|
| 风格 | 手绘、轻松、亲切 | 专业、正式、规范 |
| 适用场景 | 头脑风暴、教学、非正式演示 | 正式文档、技术规范 |
| 编辑方式 | 网页/桌面 APP | 网页/桌面 APP |
支持的图表类型
- 思维导图：主题发散、知识梳理
- 流程图：简单流程、决策树
- 概念图：概念关系、知识网络
- 架构图：系统组件关系
- 线框图：简单 UI 草图
JSON 生成规范
```json { "type": "excalidraw", "version": 2, "elements": [ { "type": "rectangle", "x": 100, "y": 100, "width": 200, "height": 80,
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