design-principles

Apply universal design principles to UI/UX reviews and documentation.

8|1|Updated Apr 21, 2026
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Skill: design-principles
Source: https://github.com/shualippe/design-principles-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shualippe/design-principles-skill --skill design-principles-shualippe

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Distills 100 cross-disciplinary design principles from the Universal Principles of Design and makes them actionable for UI/UX reviews, documentation, and decision-making.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Review UI designs against established principles (e.g., Fitts' Law, Hick's Law, Gestalt principles) to surface strengths and issues.
  • Write principled design documents and rationales that justify decisions and tradeoffs.
  • Explain design concepts with practical UI/UX examples and cross-reference related principles.
  • Suggest actionable improvements grounded in design research and best practices.

Quick Start

Share a UI design or description and ask for a principled critique grounded in the 100 universal design principles.

Frequently Asked Questions about design-principles

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

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How do I conduct a UI review using universal design principles?

To conduct a UI review using universal design principles, share your UI design or description to receive a critique grounded in 100 cross-disciplinary principles like Fitts' Law and Gestalt theory. This surfaces design strengths and actionable issues.

What are universal design principles in UX and when do I need them?

Universal design principles in UX are established guidelines distilled from cross-disciplinary research, such as Hick's Law and Gestalt principles. You need them to evaluate UI mockups, justify design decisions, and identify usability issues.

Can I use design principles to write UX documentation and rationales?

Yes, you can use design principles to write UX documentation and rationales that justify decisions and tradeoffs. The system generates principled design documents and concept explanations aligned with your UI patterns.

What is the best way to explain UI design concepts with practical examples?

The best way to explain UI design concepts with practical examples is to cross-reference related principles from design research. This grounds your explanations in established guidelines and demonstrates best practices for mockups.

How do I suggest actionable improvements for wireframes?

To suggest actionable improvements for wireframes, apply research-grounded design principles to your review. This evaluates wireframes against established principles to generate specific, actionable feedback for your design patterns.

Why does my design review lack objective criteria for usability?

Your design review lacks objective criteria for usability if it is not grounded in established principles like Fitts' Law or Gestalt theory. Applying universal design principles provides a structured, objective framework for UI/UX evaluation.