shadcn

Name: shadcn
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Author: EloPhanto

Provision shadcn/ui in Next.js 16 projects with pnpm and Tailwind.

116|9|Updated Feb 18, 2026

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Skill: shadcn
Source: https://github.com/elophanto/EloPhanto/tree/main/skills/shadcn
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/elophanto/EloPhanto --skill shadcn-elophanto

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

shadcn/ui integration in Next.js projects often requires boilerplate setup, component wiring, and consistent theming across apps. This Skill provides a ready-to-use blueprint to install, configure, and start building with shadcn/ui quickly.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated setup: Scaffold shadcn/ui in an existing Next.js 16 app using pnpm.
Component library integration: Wire up Button, Dialog, Form, and other primitives with Tailwind tokens and variants.
Theming & MCP readiness: Enable dark mode, server components, and MCP-driven catalog for safe component sharing.
Use Case: Quickly bootstrap a modern UI kit for dashboards, marketing sites, or internal tools.

Quick Start

Install shadcn/ui in your Next.js project and verify the UI components render.

Frequently Asked Questions about shadcn

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

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How do I set up shadcn/ui in a Next.js project?▼

To set up shadcn/ui in a Next.js project, you need to scaffold the component library using pnpm. This process wires up primitives like Button and Dialog with Tailwind tokens, ensuring proper integration with Next.js 16 server components.

Does shadcn/ui work with Next.js 16 server components?▼

Yes, shadcn/ui works with Next.js 16 server components. The setup ensures proper wiring of UI components with server components, allowing you to safely build modern applications without breaking server-side rendering.

What do I need to configure before installing shadcn/ui?▼

Before installing shadcn/ui, you need an existing Next.js 16 application with pnpm and Tailwind CSS configured. These dependencies are required to correctly wire up the component library and apply theming tokens.

How do I enable dark mode theming with shadcn/ui components?▼

To enable dark mode theming with shadcn/ui, the setup process configures Tailwind tokens and variants within your Next.js project. This provides a ready-to-use blueprint for consistent dark mode styling across UI components.

Why does my shadcn/ui Tailwind setup require pnpm?▼

Your shadcn/ui Tailwind setup requires pnpm to manage dependencies and ensure correct component wiring in Next.js 16. Using pnpm guarantees that the component library integrates smoothly with your existing project architecture.