design-md

Author, validate, and export design tokens using Google DESIGN.md.

7|1|Updated Jul 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent --skill design-md-paxlabs-inc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: design-md
Source: https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent/tree/main/skills/creative/design-md
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent --skill design-md-paxlabs-inc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the fragmentation of design systems by providing a standardized, machine-readable format for communicating visual identity, tokens, and accessibility requirements to coding agents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Token Specification: Author and validate design tokens including colors, typography, and spacing using Google's DESIGN.md spec.
  • Accessibility Validation: Automatically check color contrast ratios against WCAG AA and AAA standards.
  • Multi-format Export: Convert design specs into Tailwind CSS themes or W3C DTCG JSON for seamless integration into development workflows.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to create a new DESIGN.md file for your project by providing your brand colors and typography preferences.

Frequently Asked Questions about design-md

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert design tokens into Tailwind CSS themes?

To convert design tokens into Tailwind CSS themes, you can author a DESIGN.md specification and use automated export features to generate the Tailwind configuration. This ensures your visual identity translates seamlessly into developer-ready CSS variables.

What is the best way to validate WCAG accessibility compliance for a design system?

Validating WCAG accessibility compliance involves automatically checking color contrast ratios against AA and AAA standards within a DESIGN.md specification. This process verifies your design tokens meet accessibility requirements before UI implementation.

Can I export design system specifications as W3C DTCG JSON?

Yes, you can export design system specifications as W3C DTCG JSON. By authoring your visual identity in the Google DESIGN.md format, automated conversion generates standardized JSON for developer consumption.

How do I standardize visual identity for consistent UI implementation across projects?

Standardizing visual identity requires authoring a machine-readable DESIGN.md file containing your brand colors, typography, and spacing tokens. Linting token references ensures consistent UI implementation across multiple projects.

Does this design token specification tool require specific dependencies?

No external dependencies are required to use this design token specification tool. It operates independently to author, validate, and export DESIGN.md files, allowing seamless integration into existing development workflows.

What format should I use to define colors and typography for coding agents?

To define colors and typography for coding agents, use the Google DESIGN.md format. This machine-readable specification communicates visual identity and accessibility requirements directly to automated coding workflows.