create-helix-theme

Generate Helix editor themes from palette JSON files.

Updated Mar 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wk-j/deep-focus-themes --skill create-helix-theme
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Skill: create-helix-theme
Source: https://github.com/wk-j/deep-focus-themes/tree/main/.agents/skills/create-helix-theme
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wk-j/deep-focus-themes --skill create-helix-theme

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of creating complete Helix editor themes by automating the generation of theme files based on a user's existing color palette.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Theme Generation: Produces full base and transparent variants of Helix themes with accurate syntax highlighting and UI styling.
  • Palette Integration: Reads a user-provided palette JSON to map colors precisely to Helix scopes and interface elements.
  • Use Case: A developer customizes their color palette and rapidly generates a visually consistent theme for Helix, enhancing coding comfort and aesthetic preference.

Quick Start

Use the create-helix-theme skill to generate theme files from your palette and then copy them into the Helix themes directory for activation.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-helix-theme

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a Helix editor theme from a custom color palette?

To generate a Helix editor theme, you provide a palette JSON file to automate the creation of properly formatted TOML files with accurate syntax highlighting and UI styling.

What format does my color palette need to be in for Helix theme generation?

Your color palette needs to be in a JSON file format so the generation script can parse the colors and map them precisely to Helix scopes and interface elements.

Can I create both base and transparent variants of Helix themes automatically?

Yes, you can create both base and transparent variants of Helix themes automatically, as the generation process produces full variants with accurate syntax highlighting and UI styling.

Does generating Helix syntax highlighting require manually writing TOML files?

Generating Helix syntax highlighting does not require manually writing TOML files, because the automation parses palette JSON and outputs properly formatted TOML files with complete color mappings automatically.

What's the best way to customize Helix editor appearance for project branding?

The best way to customize Helix editor appearance for project branding is to define your branding colors in a palette JSON and use an automated generator to map them to Helix interface scopes via TOML.