win31-audio-design

Generates Windows 3.1 era UI sounds using Web Audio API and CC-licensed 8-bit audio.

181|30|Updated Nov 16, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/curiositech/some_claude_skills --skill win31-audio-design
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Skill: win31-audio-design
Source: https://github.com/curiositech/some_claude_skills/tree/main/.claude/skills/win31-audio-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/curiositech/some_claude_skills --skill win31-audio-design

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ffmpeg, node, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers create authentic Windows 3.1 era sound experiences for modern web and mobile applications, capturing the satisfying, lo-fi essence of early 90s computing using CC-licensed audio.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Authentic Retro Sounds: Generates UI sounds that evoke Windows 3.1 nostalgia.
  • CC-Licensed Alternatives: Provides guidance on using royalty-free sounds inspired by classic PC audio.
  • Web & Mobile Implementation: Includes code examples for Web Audio API and mobile haptic coordination.
  • Use Case: Integrate satisfying "click" and "ding" sounds into a retro-themed web app or a mobile game to enhance the user experience with a touch of 90s charm.

Quick Start

Use the win31-audio-design skill to generate a satisfying retro UI sound for a button click.

Frequently Asked Questions about win31-audio-design

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I add retro UI sounds to a modern web application?

This Skill generates authentic Windows 3.1 era UI sounds for modern web applications using CC-licensed 8-bit audio and the Web Audio API. It provides code examples for integrating satisfying chimes, dings, and button clicks into your interface.

Can I coordinate retro UI sounds with mobile haptic feedback?

Yes, you can coordinate retro UI sounds with mobile haptic feedback. The Skill includes specific implementation examples for mobile haptic coordination, allowing you to sync 8-bit audio feedback with device vibrations to enhance the user experience.

Do I need ffmpeg and node.js to generate 90s sound effects?

Yes, you need ffmpeg and node.js installed to generate 90s sound effects. These dependencies are required to execute the Skill's scripts and process the CC-licensed 8-bit audio files that form the authentic Windows 3.1 sound vocabulary.

Are the Windows 3.1 audio files generated by this Skill royalty-free?

The audio files are royalty-free because the Skill uses CC-licensed 8-bit audio to create authentic Windows 3.1 soundscapes. It provides guidance on using these royalty-free alternatives to ensure your modern web or mobile app avoids licensing issues.

What's the best way to create authentic 8-bit chimes and dings for a retro-themed app?

The best way to create authentic 8-bit chimes and dings is using this Skill, which leverages mcp__ElevenLabs__text_to_sound_effects alongside CC-licensed audio sources. It captures the satisfying, lo-fi essence of early 90s computing for modern interfaces.

Why use the Web Audio API for retro sound design instead of standard audio files?

Using the Web Audio API for retro sound design allows dynamic generation and precise coordination of 8-bit audio with mobile haptics. This approach provides flexible, programmatic control over the Windows 3.1 era sound vocabulary directly in modern web applications.