excalidraw

Generate Excalidraw diagrams from Obsidian notes as compressed-json .excalidraw.md files.

Updated Apr 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Glour/ai-office-v2 --skill excalidraw-glour
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: excalidraw
Source: https://github.com/Glour/ai-office-v2/tree/main/skills/excalidraw
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Glour/ai-office-v2 --skill excalidraw-glour

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Excalidraw for Obsidian allows you to quickly create diagrams to visualize concepts directly within notes, reducing mental load and improving communication.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diagram creation: generate Excalidraw-enabled markdown drawings from Obsidian notes.
  • Text-to-graphic binding: ensure text elements are linked to shapes for accurate visualization.
  • Obsidian-friendly output: uses compressed-json for efficient rendering in Excalidraw.
  • Use Case: design workflow diagrams, architecture blueprints, or process flows inside Obsidian.

Quick Start

Launch the Excalidraw generator to produce the file obsidian/Название.excalidraw.md ready for import in Obsidian.

Frequently Asked Questions about excalidraw

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create Excalidraw diagrams directly from Obsidian notes?

To create Excalidraw diagrams from Obsidian notes, you use a generator that processes your text and outputs a .excalidraw.md file containing the drawing encoded in compressed-json with frontmatter markers.

How do I create Excalidraw diagrams directly from Obsidian notes?

To create Excalidraw diagrams from Obsidian notes, you use a generator that processes your text and outputs a .excalidraw.md file containing the drawing encoded in compressed-json with frontmatter markers.

Can I generate workflow and architecture diagrams inside Obsidian without leaving the editor?

You can generate workflow and architecture diagrams inside Obsidian by running the generator script, which produces an obsidian-ready markdown file with compressed-json blocks for direct rendering.

What is the output format for Excalidraw drawings generated for Obsidian?

The output format for Excalidraw drawings is a .excalidraw.md file that contains the diagram encoded in compressed-json along with frontmatter markers required by the Obsidian plugin.

Do I need a specific script to generate Excalidraw files for Obsidian?

You need the generator script located at scripts/gen_excalidraw_v2.js to produce the .excalidraw.md file with the compressed-json drawing and frontmatter markers for Obsidian.

Does the Excalidraw generator link text elements to shapes for accurate visualization?

The Excalidraw generator binds text elements to shapes to ensure accurate visualization of concepts, workflows, and processes directly within your Obsidian notes.