slides

Create, convert, and validate slide decks from MARP Markdown.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jdidion/claude-plugins --skill slides-jdidion
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Skill: slides
Source: https://github.com/jdidion/claude-plugins/tree/main/plugins/slides/skills/slides
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jdidion/claude-plugins --skill slides-jdidion

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Simplifies creating and distributing polished slide decks from Markdown across multiple formats.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create MARP markdown slide decks from Markdown files.
  • Convert to PDF, HTML, PPTX, and Google Slides with visual validation.
  • Render Mermaid diagrams as PNGs for slides.
  • Validate slide layout and consistency across formats.
  • Optional Google Drive integration for cloud sharing (OAuth setup required).

Quick Start

Create a new MARP slide deck from a Markdown file using the /slides new <path> command.

Frequently Asked Questions about slides

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert Markdown to a PPTX or Google Slides presentation?

You can convert Markdown to PPTX or Google Slides by authoring your content in MARP Markdown and using this tool to render and export the deck. It requires a Python PPTX converter and Google Drive integration credentials for cloud formats.

Can I render Mermaid diagrams inside Markdown presentation slides?

Yes, you can render Mermaid diagrams inside Markdown presentation slides. This Skill processes MARP Markdown and renders Mermaid diagrams as PNG images, which are then embedded directly into your slide deck for visual validation.

What is the best way to generate a multi-format slide deck from Markdown?

The best way to generate a multi-format slide deck from Markdown is using the MARP framework to author content, which allows you to validate layout consistency and export to PDF, HTML, PPTX, or Google Slides from a single source file.

Do I need OAuth credentials to export slides to Google Drive?

Yes, you need OAuth credentials to export slides to Google Drive. Setting up Google Drive integration credentials is a required prerequisite for performing cloud exports and sharing your MARP Markdown slide decks directly to Google Slides.

Does converting MARP Markdown to PDF require any external dependencies?

Converting MARP Markdown to PDF requires the MARP CLI as an external dependency. You must have this environment installed alongside any specified format converters to successfully generate and validate your slide decks.

Why does my slide layout look inconsistent across PDF and HTML formats?

If your slide layout looks inconsistent across PDF and HTML formats, you can use the Skill's visual validation feature to check layout consistency. It evaluates your rendered MARP Markdown deck to identify and correct formatting discrepancies across outputs.