mermaid

Generate, validate, and render Mermaid diagrams to SVG, PNG, or PDF.

27|10|Updated Dec 27, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nilecui/SkillsBase --skill mermaid-nilecui
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mermaid
Source: https://github.com/nilecui/SkillsBase/tree/main/.cursor/skills/mermaid
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nilecui/SkillsBase --skill mermaid-nilecui

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation, validation, and rendering of diagrams from natural language descriptions or code analysis, eliminating the need for manual diagramming tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diagram Generation: Create various diagram types (flowcharts, sequence, class, etc.) from text.
  • Code Validation: Automatically validate diagram code using mmdc (mermaid-cli).
  • Auto-Correction: Fix syntax errors autonomously.
  • Rendering: Render diagrams to SVG, PNG, or PDF formats upon request.
  • Use Case: Describe a complex system architecture in plain English, and the Skill will generate a professional architecture diagram.

Quick Start

Use the mermaid skill to create a flowchart diagram describing the user login process.

Frequently Asked Questions about mermaid

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a flowchart from a text description?

To generate a flowchart from text, provide a natural language description of your process. The Skill translates this into Mermaid syntax, validates the code, and renders it into an SVG, PNG, or PDF diagram automatically.

What diagram types can I create using Mermaid syntax?

Mermaid syntax supports creating numerous diagram types, including flowcharts, sequence diagrams, class diagrams, and Gantt charts. You can generate these from plain English descriptions or code analysis.

Can I render Mermaid diagrams to SVG, PNG, or PDF formats?

Yes, you can render Mermaid diagrams to SVG, PNG, or PDF formats. The Skill uses the mermaid-cli tool to validate the syntax and output the final visualization in your requested file format.

How do I fix syntax errors when generating sequence diagrams?

To fix syntax errors when generating sequence diagrams, the Skill automates error correction. It validates Mermaid code using the mmdc tool and autonomously corrects syntax issues before rendering.

Do I need to manually draw an architecture diagram or can I automate it from code?

You can automate architecture diagram creation instead of manually drawing. Describe your complex system architecture in plain English, and the Skill will generate and validate a professional diagram using Mermaid.