m3-web-vanilla

Implement Material Design 3 styling with vanilla CSS custom properties and semantic classes.

4|Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Skill: m3-web-vanilla
Source: https://github.com/shelbeely/Shelbeely-Agent-skills/tree/main/skills/m3-web-vanilla
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shelbeely/Shelbeely-Agent-skills --skill m3-web-vanilla

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a dependency-free implementation of Material Design 3 using only vanilla CSS custom properties and semantic classes, enabling consistent styling across web projects without framework overhead.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Zero Dependencies: Utilizes only standard CSS, making it lightweight and universally compatible.
  • Design Token Foundation: Provides a comprehensive set of CSS custom properties for M3 colors, shapes, typography, and motion.
  • Component Styling: Includes example CSS for common components like buttons, cards, and text fields, demonstrating token usage.
  • Use Case: Implement Material Design 3 theming for a static marketing website or a simple web application where minimizing JavaScript and build dependencies is crucial.

Quick Start

Apply the Material Design 3 styles to your web page by including the m3-tokens.css file and using the provided semantic CSS classes.

Frequently Asked Questions about m3-web-vanilla

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I implement Material Design 3 using vanilla CSS without a framework?

You can implement Material Design 3 using vanilla CSS by applying CSS custom properties for design tokens and semantic classes. This approach provides color, shape, typography, and motion styling with zero dependencies.

Can I use Material Design 3 tokens for simple static websites?

Yes, Material Design 3 tokens are ideal for static marketing websites or simple web applications. The vanilla CSS implementation ensures universal compatibility while minimizing JavaScript and build dependencies.

What components are included in a vanilla CSS Material Design 3 implementation?

A vanilla CSS Material Design 3 implementation includes example semantic styles for common components like buttons, cards, and text fields. These examples demonstrate how to properly apply the design tokens.

Do I need JavaScript to apply Material Design 3 color and typography tokens?

No, you do not need JavaScript to apply Material Design 3 tokens. This Skill relies entirely on standard CSS custom properties to define and apply colors, typography, shapes, and motion.

Is vanilla CSS Material Design 3 suitable as a reference for framework-specific styling?

Yes, pure CSS Material Design 3 serves as an effective reference for framework-specific skills. It provides the foundational design tokens and component structures that can be adapted to other environments.

How do I start styling a web page with Material Design 3 semantic classes?

To start styling, include the provided CSS file in your project and apply the semantic CSS classes to your HTML elements. This immediately applies the predefined M3 design tokens to your components.