canvas-present

Generate linked Obsidian Canvas slide decks from topic descriptions or notes.

247|24|Updated Apr 10, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #ai #obsidian #presentation #canvas #slide

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npx skills add https://github.com/AgriciDaniel/claude-canvas --skill canvas-present

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Skill: canvas-present
Source: https://github.com/AgriciDaniel/claude-canvas/tree/main/skills/canvas-present
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AgriciDaniel/claude-canvas --skill canvas-present

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Many users struggle to manually create slide‑deck canvases in Obsidian, having to arrange slides, add navigation edges, and format each slide individually.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated slide generation: From a single topic description, the skill builds a complete presentation canvas with title, agenda, content, and closing slides.
Note‑based conversion: Transforms existing markdown or wiki notes into slide decks, preserving headings and images.
Storyboard mode: Adds script annotation columns for video planning alongside each slide.
Media integration: Optionally generates images via the /banana skill and embeds Mermaid diagrams directly.

Quick Start

Invoke the skill with: /canvas present Product Roadmap 2025

Frequently Asked Questions about canvas-present

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I build a slide deck in Obsidian Canvas from existing notes?▼

To build a slide deck in Obsidian Canvas from existing notes, this skill transforms markdown or wiki notes into a fully linked presentation canvas, preserving headings and images while adding navigation edges.

Can I generate a presentation canvas automatically from a topic description?▼

Yes, you can automatically generate a presentation canvas from a single topic description. The skill builds a complete slide deck with title, agenda, content, and closing slides using Python template generation.

Does the canvas presentation skill support adding images and Mermaid diagrams?▼

The canvas presentation skill supports media integration by optionally generating images via the /banana skill and embedding Mermaid diagrams directly into the slides.

What is the best way to plan video slides in Obsidian Canvas?▼

The best way to plan video slides in Obsidian Canvas is using storyboard mode, which adds script annotation columns alongside each slide for detailed video planning.

Do I need Python to create slide decks in Obsidian Canvas?▼

Python scripts are leveraged for template generation and validation when creating slide decks in Obsidian Canvas, ensuring the presentation layout meets specified color-coding and layout standards.

Are there limitations to automating slide generation in Obsidian Canvas?▼

Automating slide generation in Obsidian Canvas is limited by the need to follow specified color-coding and layout standards, and image generation depends on the external /banana skill for media integration.