tailwind

Audit Tailwind v4 CSS for anti-patterns and generate a prioritized remediation guide.

7|1|Updated Feb 14, 2026
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Skill: tailwind
Source: https://github.com/tartinerlabs/skills/tree/main/skills/tailwind
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tartinerlabs/skills --skill tailwind-tartinerlabs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Tailwind v4's rich utility set can lead to spacing, sizing, and responsive inconsistencies. This skill identifies anti-patterns and enforces best practices to maintain clean, scalable CSS.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Audits common Tailwind anti-patterns such as spacing direction issues, inconsistent dimensions, 8px grid violations, non-mobile-first patterns, verbose shorthands, and GPU-accelerated animation usage.
  • Reads rule definitions from rules/ to generate structured guidance and actionable fixes.
  • Useful for code reviews, CI checks, and design-system enforcement across large projects.

Quick Start

Audit your codebase to detect Tailwind v4 anti-patterns and generate a prioritized report.

Frequently Asked Questions about tailwind

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit Tailwind v4 code for CSS anti-patterns?

To audit Tailwind v4 code for CSS anti-patterns, scan your project to identify spacing direction issues, inconsistent dimensions, 8px grid violations, and non-mobile-first patterns, generating a prioritized remediation guide for clean CSS.

What are common Tailwind spacing and sizing inconsistencies to check for?

Common Tailwind spacing and sizing inconsistencies include spacing direction issues, inconsistent dimensions, and 8px grid violations. Auditing these anti-patterns enforces best practices and maintains scalable CSS across large project codebases.

Can I audit a specific path instead of the entire codebase for Tailwind issues?

Yes, you can audit a specific path instead of the entire codebase for Tailwind issues. The audit reads rule definitions from the rules directory and targets either the full project or a specified path to report responsive inconsistencies.

How do I enforce mobile-first responsive patterns in Tailwind CSS?

To enforce mobile-first responsive patterns in Tailwind CSS, audit your codebase for non-mobile-first anti-patterns. This identifies responsive inconsistencies and generates structured guidance with actionable fixes to enforce design-system standards.

What is the best way to detect verbose shorthands and GPU-accelerated animation issues in Tailwind?

The best way to detect verbose shorthands and GPU-accelerated animation issues in Tailwind is to run a codebase audit. This process identifies these anti-patterns and outputs a structured, prioritized remediation guide for clean CSS.

Does Tailwind v4 auditing work for CI checks and code reviews?

Yes, Tailwind v4 auditing works effectively for CI checks and code reviews. By reading rule definitions to detect anti-patterns and generate prioritized reports, it enforces design-system standards and maintains clean CSS across large projects.