tailwind-v4-shadcn

Automate Tailwind v4 and shadcn/ui setup in Vite React projects.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
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Skill: tailwind-v4-shadcn
Source: https://github.com/VibeStackCodes/platform/tree/main/skills/tailwind-v4-shadcn
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/VibeStackCodes/platform --skill tailwind-v4-shadcn-vibestackcodes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Provides a ready-to-run, production-tested setup for Tailwind CSS v4 with shadcn/ui, Vite, and React, eliminating manual, error-prone configuration steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Integrates Tailwind v4 with shadcn/ui in React projects, including dark mode support, CSS variable architecture, and a clean Vite-based config.
  • Includes architectural primitives and patterns (ThemeProvider, CSS variable mapping, vite.config setup) to speed up onboarding and reduce theme-related issues.
  • Serves as a reference blueprint for migrations from Tailwind v3 and common v4 gotchas.

Quick Start

Follow the exact steps to bootstrap a React project with Tailwind v4 and shadcn/ui.

Frequently Asked Questions about tailwind-v4-shadcn

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

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How do I set up Tailwind v4 with shadcn/ui in a React and Vite project?

Setting up Tailwind v4 with shadcn/ui in a Vite and React project involves configuring Vite, mapping CSS variables, and adding a ThemeProvider for dark mode. This provides a ready-to-run, production-tested integration.

What is the best way to configure dark mode and CSS variables for shadcn/ui in Tailwind v4?

The best way to configure dark mode and CSS variables for shadcn/ui in Tailwind v4 is by using a CSS variable architecture combined with a ThemeProvider. This enforces production-grade patterns and reduces theme-related issues.

Does this Tailwind v4 shadcn/ui setup support migrations from Tailwind v3?

Yes, this Tailwind v4 shadcn/ui setup serves as a reference blueprint for migrations from Tailwind v3. It documents common v4 gotchas and provides architectural primitives to speed up onboarding.

Can I use shadcn-ui components with Tailwind v4 without manual configuration errors?

You can use shadcn-ui components with Tailwind v4 without manual configuration errors by applying this production-tested setup. It eliminates error-prone steps by providing clean Vite config and standard templates.

Why does my Tailwind v4 CSS variable mapping not work with shadcn/ui in Vite?

Your Tailwind v4 CSS variable mapping might not work with shadcn/ui due to missing Vite config setup or incorrect ThemeProvider usage. This Skill provides architectural primitives and standard templates to resolve these theme-related issues.