claude-slides-draft

Render PowerPoint presentations from Markdown source files using the aitk CLI.

2|Updated Jan 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/erclx/aitk --skill claude-slides-draft
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Skill: claude-slides-draft
Source: https://github.com/erclx/aitk/tree/main/claude/skills/claude-slides-draft
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/erclx/aitk --skill claude-slides-draft

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the friction of manually designing slide decks by providing a structured, text-native way to draft content that automatically renders into professional PowerPoint presentations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text-to-Slide Workflow: Author decks using Markdown in a dedicated SLIDES.md file, ensuring content is decoupled from layout logic.
  • Automated Rendering: Leverages the aitk CLI to apply professional layouts, palettes, and type scales consistently.
  • Use Case: Quickly generate a project status update or a technical presentation by drafting the outline in Markdown and letting the CLI handle the complex PowerPoint formatting and styling.

Quick Start

Draft a new presentation by creating a SLIDES.md file in your .claude directory and then run the render command to generate your PowerPoint deck.

Frequently Asked Questions about claude-slides-draft

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert Markdown to PowerPoint automatically?

You can convert Markdown to PowerPoint by authoring content in a SLIDES.md file and running a render command. The Skill uses the aitk CLI to apply professional layouts, palettes, and type scales to generate the deck automatically.

What is a text-native workflow for drafting presentation slides?

A text-native workflow for presentation slides separates content authoring from layout design using Markdown. You draft the deck outline in a structured SLIDES.md file, and rendering logic handles the complex PowerPoint formatting and styling.

Do I need the aitk CLI to render Markdown slides into PowerPoint?

Yes, the aitk CLI is required to render Markdown slides into PowerPoint. It must be installed and available on your system path to execute the rendering and layout operations that generate the final presentation deck.

What's the best way to automate technical presentation design from text?

The best way to automate presentation design from text is decoupling content from layout. Draft technical outlines in Markdown, then use an automated CLI renderer to consistently apply professional palettes and type scales for the PowerPoint output.

Can I use this approach to generate project status update slide decks?

Yes, you can generate project status update slide decks by drafting the outline in Markdown. The automated rendering process handles the formatting and styling, allowing you to quickly produce a professional PowerPoint presentation.