mendix-custom-widgets

Scaffold Mendix pluggable widgets and register them in MDL scripts.

1|Updated Jun 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/engalar/mxcli-taskdemo --skill mendix-custom-widgets
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Skill: mendix-custom-widgets
Source: https://github.com/engalar/mxcli-taskdemo/tree/main/TaskDemo/.claude/skills/custom-widgets
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/engalar/mxcli-taskdemo --skill mendix-custom-widgets

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill resolves the complexity of integrating custom React-based pluggable widgets into Mendix applications using MDL, ensuring correct property mapping and template structure.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Widget Scaffolding: Rapidly generate new pluggable widget projects with pre-configured property definitions.
  • MDL Integration: Provides syntax and mapping rules for GALLERY, COMBOBOX, and custom widgets within MDL scripts.
  • Real-time Discovery: Automates the detection and registration of project-specific MPK files for immediate use in MDL.

Quick Start

Use the mendix-custom-widgets skill to scaffold a new widget project named MyCustomSlider with a decimal attribute property.

Frequently Asked Questions about mendix-custom-widgets

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scaffold a new Mendix pluggable widget project with custom properties?

You can scaffold a Mendix pluggable widget project using this skill to generate pre-configured property definitions. It sets up the React component structure with the correct BSON template and automates the registration of widget packages within Mendix projects.

What is MDL integration for custom Mendix widgets?

MDL integration for Mendix widgets involves mapping custom React components into MDL scripts using specific syntax and rules. This skill provides the necessary mapping definitions for GALLERY, COMBOBOX, and custom widgets to ensure correct property type resolution within complex configurations.

How does automated detection work for Mendix MPK files?

Automated MPK file discovery works by scanning your project directory to detect and register widget packages for immediate use in MDL. This real-time detection eliminates manual imports and makes custom pluggable widgets available instantly within your Mendix application.

Can I use custom React components with Mendix MDL scripts?

Yes, you can use custom React components with Mendix MDL scripts. This skill facilitates the integration by providing the syntax and mapping rules required to register React-based pluggable widgets, ensuring correct property mapping and template structure within the MDL environment.

Why does my Mendix pluggable widget fail property type resolution?

Mendix pluggable widget property type resolution fails when the BSON template structure is incorrect. This skill ensures correct property mapping and template structure, resolving complex widget configurations by providing accurate property type definitions for MDL integration.

Do I need React to develop Mendix pluggable widgets with this skill?

Yes, you need React to develop Mendix pluggable widgets with this skill, as it focuses on scaffolding custom React components. It provides the necessary tools to integrate these React-based widgets into Mendix applications using MDL.