visual-diff

Compare baseline and current UI screenshots to report visual discrepancies.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Valyay/vibe-design-kit --skill visual-diff-valyay
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: visual-diff
Source: https://github.com/Valyay/vibe-design-kit/tree/main/skills/visual-diff
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Valyay/vibe-design-kit --skill visual-diff-valyay

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Visual diffs help designers quickly identify where a UI changed, reducing back-and-forth and rework after iterations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-mode operation: snapshot to capture baseline before changes, and compare to detect differences after changes.
  • Cross-view monitoring: supports desktop and mobile viewports to surface layout and typographic shifts.
  • Report-ready outputs: generates a concise, designer-friendly report of what changed, where, and severity.

Quick Start

Capture baseline screenshots for desktop and mobile, then run a comparison against the baseline after changes.

Frequently Asked Questions about visual-diff

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I detect visual UI changes after a layout update?

To detect visual UI changes, capture baseline screenshots before updates and compare them against current views. This visual diff process identifies layout shifts, typography issues, and component alignment discrepancies across desktop and mobile viewports.

Does visual regression testing work with Storybook?

Visual regression testing works with Storybook by capturing snapshots of components locally. You can run baseline and comparison modes to identify visual discrepancies in component alignment and typography after changes are applied.

Do I need Playwright MCP connected to run visual diff comparisons?

Yes, you need Playwright MCP connected to run visual diff comparisons. The skill requires Playwright MCP to capture baseline snapshots and compare current UI states, along with a local app or Storybook instance actively running.

What is the best way to report layout shifts to designers?

The best way to report layout shifts is generating a concise, designer-friendly report detailing what changed, where the visual discrepancy occurred, and its severity across desktop and mobile viewports.

Can I check mobile and desktop viewports simultaneously for typography issues?

You can check mobile and desktop viewports for typography issues by running a snapshot comparison. The visual diff process supports cross-view monitoring to surface layout and typographic shifts across both viewport sizes.

What are the limitations of snapshot and compare modes for UI verification?

Limitations of snapshot and compare modes include requiring a local app or Storybook running and Playwright MCP connected. The visual diff process focuses on desktop and mobile viewports, meaning it cannot verify UI changes without an active local environment.