distill

Remove unnecessary UI elements to reveal core actions in design reviews.

Updated Mar 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kihyun1998/just-make-logo-web --skill distill-kihyun1998
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: distill
Source: https://github.com/kihyun1998/just-make-logo-web/tree/main/.claude/skills/distill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kihyun1998/just-make-logo-web --skill distill-kihyun1998

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Design clutter and unnecessary complexity can hinder user goals. Distill focuses on stripping designs to their essential elements while preserving core functionality and meaning.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Removes decorative noise and redundant UI elements to improve focus and usability.
  • Provides a repeatable simplification process for design reviews, critiques, and product sprints.
  • Use Case: When a UI feels crowded, distill to identify the single core action and streamline the layout.

Quick Start

Start by giving a messy interface or spec and instruct the model to extract and retain only the essential controls and information.

Frequently Asked Questions about distill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I remove clutter from a crowded UI design?

A UI simplification workflow removes unnecessary complexity and decorative noise to reveal core elements. It preserves core functionality and meaning while streamlining the layout to improve user focus and usability.

How do I simplify a messy interface during a product design sprint?

To simplify a messy interface during a product design sprint, apply a structured, repeatable simplification workflow. Instruct the model to extract and retain only the essential controls and information from the provided spec.

Can I use a structured workflow to identify the core action in a layout review?

Yes, you can use a structured simplification workflow during layout reviews to identify the single core action. It provides clear criteria for what to keep and documents changes to ensure usability is maintained.

What is the best way to clean up redundant UI elements without losing functionality?

The best way to clean up redundant UI elements without losing functionality is to strip designs to their essential elements. This approach removes decorative noise while explicitly preserving the core functionality and meaning.

When should I not use simplification on my current product design?

You should not use simplification when removing elements would compromise the core functionality or meaning of the design. If the interface relies on specific decorative elements for context, stripping them may hinder user goals.