mermaid-render

Convert mermaid diagrams in .mmd, .mermaid, or .md files to PNG, SVG, or PDF images.

43|9|Updated Feb 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Desko77/cursor-1c-skills --skill mermaid-render-desko77
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mermaid-render
Source: https://github.com/Desko77/cursor-1c-skills/tree/main/skills/mermaid-render
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Desko77/cursor-1c-skills --skill mermaid-render-desko77

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires mmdc, python, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of rendering mermaid diagrams into images, allowing users to quickly convert .mmd, .mermaid, or .md files containing mermaid syntax into PNG, SVG, or PDF images.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diagram Rendering: Converts mermaid diagrams from .mmd, .mermaid, or .md files into images.
  • Flexible Output: Supports output formats of PNG, SVG, and PDF.
  • Themes and Customization: Allows customization of themes, background color, and scaling for the rendered images.
  • Use Case: If you have a markdown file with mermaid diagrams and want to convert them into images for embedding in a document, this skill can be used to do so efficiently.

Quick Start

Run the following command to render a mermaid diagram from a .mmd file into a PNG image:

python ~/.claude/skills/mermaid-render/scripts/render.py diagram.mmd -f png

Frequently Asked Questions about mermaid-render

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert mermaid diagrams in markdown files to images?

Yes, you can render mermaid diagrams into SVG and PDF formats, alongside PNG. The Skill supports flexible output formats and allows you to customize themes, background color, and scaling for the generated images.

Do I need Docker or an MCP server to render mermaid diagrams?

Yes, you can customize the rendered image output. The Skill allows you to apply custom themes, set background colors, and adjust scaling when converting mermaid syntax into PNG, SVG, or PDF files.

What is the best way to automate mermaid diagram image conversion from a .mmd file?

The required dependencies to convert mermaid syntax into images are Python and the mermaid-cli tool (mmdc). These components allow the Skill's scripts to process .mmd, .mermaid, and .md files and output them as image files.

Does this mermaid rendering approach work with markdown files containing multiple diagrams?

Yes, this mermaid rendering approach works with markdown files containing diagrams. The Skill processes .md files to extract and convert mermaid syntax into images, making it suitable for embedding visual diagrams into your documentation.