deck-design-pdf

Render HTML/CSS/Tailwind slides into PDF decks using Playwright.

53|3|Updated Mar 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/appautomaton/presentation --skill deck-design-pdf
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Skill: deck-design-pdf
Source: https://github.com/appautomaton/presentation/tree/main/deck-design-pdf
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/appautomaton/presentation --skill deck-design-pdf

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Creating consulting-quality PDF presentation decks traditionally requires expensive desktop software and manual formatting. This Skill automates the entire pipeline from strategic storyboard to pixel-perfect PDF, eliminating layout drudgery while preserving full design control.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Web-Native Rendering: Build slides in HTML/CSS/Tailwind and render to PDF via Playwright, unlocking CSS Grid, web fonts, and Font Awesome icons impossible in PowerPoint.
  • Consulting Methodology: Built-in ghost deck construction, engagement archetypes, firm-specific DNA (McKinsey/BCG/Bain), and evidence recipes for strategy, M&A, and growth decks.
  • Responsive Charts: 46 ECharts exhibit templates (waterfalls, driver trees, fan charts) that scale across canvas sizes with proper token-driven typography.

Quick Start

Use the deck-design-pdf skill to render the attached build script strategy-update.js into a PDF deck saved as output/strategy.pdf.

Frequently Asked Questions about deck-design-pdf

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate pixel-perfect PDF presentation decks from HTML and CSS?

You can generate pixel-perfect PDF presentation decks by building slides with HTML, CSS, and Tailwind, then using Playwright rendering to produce the final PDF output. This approach unlocks CSS Grid and web fonts for precise layout control.

Can I create consulting-quality strategy decks without using PowerPoint?

Yes, you can create consulting-quality strategy decks without PowerPoint by rendering HTML source files into high-fidelity PDFs. This method supports firm-specific visual DNA and engagement archetypes for M&A, board updates, and investor roadshows.

How do I include responsive charts like waterfalls and driver trees in a PDF deck?

To include responsive charts like waterfalls and driver trees in a PDF deck, you use 46 built-in ECharts exhibit templates. These templates scale across canvas sizes with token-driven typography during the Playwright rendering process.

Do I need Node.js and local assets to build a PDF deck with Playwright?

Yes, you need Node.js and local vendored assets including ECharts and Font Awesome to run the build script. The script calls createDeck() with your palette, tier, and slide HTML arrays to render the PDF.

What is the best way to automate the transition from a strategic storyboard to a final PDF?

The best way to automate the transition from storyboard to final PDF is using a build script that defines slide HTML arrays, firm-specific palettes, and engagement archetypes. Playwright then renders the HTML source into a pixel-perfect PDF deck.

What are the limitations of using web technology for presentation deck rendering?

Using web technology for presentation deck rendering requires a local Node.js environment and vendored assets. You must write HTML arrays and call a build script rather than using a visual editor, which limits drag-and-drop formatting capabilities.