pds

Generate a Pencil design system with tokens, foundations, components, and patterns.

Updated Feb 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jsstechio/pencil-design-system --skill pds
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Skill: pds
Source: https://github.com/jsstechio/pencil-design-system/tree/main/agent/skills/pds
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jsstechio/pencil-design-system --skill pds

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Pencil Design System generator accelerates product teams by creating a complete design system, tokens, foundations, components, and patterns in a Pencil file.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Research a business domain to establish tokens, themes, and a design brief.
  • Create ~89 themed tokens (light + dark) and a visual foundation (palette, typography, spacing, elevation, radius).
  • Build ~25 reusable components and 4 composition patterns ready for integration or export.
  • Optionally export to production-ready Tailwind CSS + React (v3 or v4, Next.js or Vite).

Quick Start

Provide your domain and branding details and let the system generate the Pencil design system, pausing for review after each phase.

Frequently Asked Questions about pds

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a complete design system with UI components and tokens?

Generate a complete design system by providing your domain and branding details to automatically produce themed tokens, visual foundations, reusable components, and composition patterns. The system outputs approximately 89 light and dark tokens alongside 25 UI components and 4 layout patterns.

Can I export my Pencil design system to React and Tailwind CSS?

Yes, you can export your Pencil design system to production-ready React and Tailwind CSS. The export supports Tailwind CSS v3 or v4 and generates code for Next.js or Vite frameworks, allowing direct integration of your tokens and components into development environments.

Does this design system generator support light and dark theming?

Yes, the design system generator supports light and dark theming by creating approximately 89 themed tokens for both modes. It establishes a comprehensive visual foundation including color palettes, typography, spacing, elevation, and radius that automatically adapt across both light and dark themes.

What's the best way to structure a UI kit for consistent cross-product interfaces?

Structure a UI kit by researching your business domain to establish a design brief, then generate foundational tokens, visual styles, and reusable components in batches. The system pauses for review after each phase, ensuring consistent UI foundations across multiple products before final component composition.

How do I build a design system in Pencil from a domain brief?

Build a design system in Pencil by inputting your domain and branding details to initiate automated research. The generator creates your design brief, establishes tokens and themes, and constructs visual foundations and components directly within a Pencil file, pausing for review checkpoints after each generation phase.