ckm:design▌
nextlevelbuilder/ui-ux-pro-max-skill · updated May 17, 2026
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Unified design skill: brand, tokens, UI, logo, CIP, slides, banners, social photos, icons.
Design
Unified design skill: brand, tokens, UI, logo, CIP, slides, banners, social photos, icons.
When to Use
- Brand identity, voice, assets
- Design system tokens and specs
- UI styling with shadcn/ui + Tailwind
- Logo design and AI generation
- Corporate identity program (CIP) deliverables
- Presentations and pitch decks
- Banner design for social media, ads, web, print
- Social photos for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest, TikTok
Sub-skill Routing
| Task | Sub-skill | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Brand identity, voice, assets | brand |
External skill |
| Tokens, specs, CSS vars | design-system |
External skill |
| shadcn/ui, Tailwind, code | ui-styling |
External skill |
| Logo creation, AI generation | Logo (built-in) | references/logo-design.md |
| CIP mockups, deliverables | CIP (built-in) | references/cip-design.md |
| Presentations, pitch decks | Slides (built-in) | references/slides.md |
| Banners, covers, headers | Banner (built-in) | references/banner-sizes-and-styles.md |
| Social media images/photos | Social Photos (built-in) | references/social-photos-design.md |
| SVG icons, icon sets | Icon (built-in) | references/icon-design.md |
Logo Design (Built-in)
55+ styles, 30 color palettes, 25 industry guides. Gemini Nano Banana models.
Logo: Generate Design Brief
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/logo/search.py "tech startup modern" --design-brief -p "BrandName"
Logo: Search Styles/Colors/Industries
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/logo/search.py "minimalist clean" --domain style
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/logo/search.py "tech professional" --domain color
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/logo/search.py "healthcare medical" --domain industry
Logo: Generate with AI
ALWAYS generate output logo images with white background.
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/logo/generate.py --brand "TechFlow" --style minimalist --industry tech
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/logo/generate.py --prompt "coffee shop vintage badge" --style vintage
IMPORTANT: When scripts fail, try to fix them directly.
After generation, ALWAYS ask user about HTML preview via AskUserQuestion. If yes, invoke /ui-ux-pro-max for gallery.
CIP Design (Built-in)
50+ deliverables, 20 styles, 20 industries. Gemini Nano Banana (Flash/Pro).
CIP: Generate Brief
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/search.py "tech startup" --cip-brief -b "BrandName"
CIP: Search Domains
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/search.py "business card letterhead" --domain deliverable
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/search.py "luxury premium elegant" --domain style
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/search.py "hospitality hotel" --domain industry
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/search.py "office reception" --domain mockup
CIP: Generate Mockups
# With logo (RECOMMENDED)
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/generate.py --brand "TopGroup" --logo /path/to/logo.png --deliverable "business card" --industry "consulting"
# Full CIP set
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/generate.py --brand "TopGroup" --logo /path/to/logo.png --industry "consulting" --set
# Pro model (4K text)
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/generate.py --brand "TopGroup" --logo logo.png --deliverable "business card" --model pro
# Without logo
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/generate.py --brand "TechFlow" --deliverable "business card" --no-logo-prompt
Models: flash (default, gemini-2.5-flash-image), pro (gemini-3-pro-image-preview)
CIP: Render HTML Presentation
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/cip/render-html.py --brand "TopGroup" --industry "consulting" --images /path/to/cip-output
Tip: If no logo exists, use Logo Design section above first.
Slides (Built-in)
Strategic HTML presentations with Chart.js, design tokens, copywriting formulas.
Load references/slides-create.md for the creation workflow.
Slides: Knowledge Base
| Topic | File |
|---|---|
| Creation Guide | references/slides-create.md |
| Layout Patterns | references/slides-layout-patterns.md |
| HTML Template | references/slides-html-template.md |
| Copywriting | references/slides-copywriting-formulas.md |
| Strategies | references/slides-strategies.md |
Banner Design (Built-in)
22 art direction styles across social, ads, web, print. Uses frontend-design, ai-artist, ai-multimodal, chrome-devtools skills.
Load references/banner-sizes-and-styles.md for complete sizes and styles reference.
Banner: Workflow
- Gather requirements via
AskUserQuestion— purpose, platform, content, brand, style, quantity - Research — Activate
ui-ux-pro-max, browse Pinterest for references - Design — Create HTML/CSS banner with
frontend-design, generate visuals withai-artist/ai-multimodal - Export — Screenshot to PNG at exact dimensions via
chrome-devtools - Present — Show all options side-by-side, iterate on feedback
Banner: Quick Size Reference
| Platform | Type | Size (px) |
|---|---|---|
| Cover | 820 x 312 | |
| Twitter/X | Header | 1500 x 500 |
| Personal | 1584 x 396 | |
| YouTube | Channel art | 2560 x 1440 |
| Story | 1080 x 1920 | |
| Post | 1080 x 1080 | |
| Google Ads | Med Rectangle | 300 x 250 |
| Website | Hero | 1920 x 600-1080 |
Banner: Top Art Styles
| Style | Best For |
|---|---|
| Minimalist | SaaS, tech |
| Bold Typography | Announcements |
| Gradient | Modern brands |
| Photo-Based | Lifestyle, e-com |
| Geometric | Tech, fintech |
| Glassmorphism | SaaS, apps |
| Neon/Cyberpunk | Gaming, events |
Banner: Design Rules
- Safe zones: critical content in central 70-80%
- One CTA per banner, bottom-right, min 44px height
- Max 2 fonts, min 16px body, ≥32px headline
- Text under 20% for ads (Meta penalizes)
- Print: 300 DPI, CMYK, 3-5mm bleed
Icon Design (Built-in)
15 styles, 12 categories. Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview generates SVG text output.
Icon: Generate Single Icon
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/icon/generate.py --prompt "settings gear" --style outlined
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/icon/generate.py --prompt "shopping cart" --style filled --color "#6366F1"
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/icon/generate.py --name "dashboard" --category navigation --style duotone
Icon: Generate Batch Variations
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/icon/generate.py --prompt "cloud upload" --batch 4 --output-dir ./icons
Icon: Multi-size Export
python3 ~/.claude/skills/design/scripts/icon/generate.py --prompt "user profile" --sizes "16,24,32,48" --output-dir ./icons
Icon: Top Styles
| Style | Best For |
|---|---|
| outlined | UI interfaces, web apps |
| filled | Mobile apps, nav bars |
| duotone | Marketing, landing pages |
| rounded | Friendly apps, health |
| sharp | Tech, fintech, enterprise |
| flat | Material design, Google-style |
| gradient | Modern brands, SaaS |
Model: gemini-3.1-pro-preview — text-only output (SVG is XML text). No image generation API needed.
Social Photos (Built-in)
Multi-platform social image design: HTML/CSS → screenshot export. Uses ui-ux-pro-max, brand, design-system, chrome-devtools skills.
Load references/social-photos-design.md for sizes, templates, best practices.
Social Photos: Workflow
- Orchestrate —
project-managementskill for TODO tasks; parallel subagents for independent work - Analyze — Parse prompt: subject, platforms, style, brand context, content elements
- Ideate — 3-5 concepts, present via
AskUserQuestion - Design —
/ckm:brand→/ckm:design-system→ randomly invoke/ck:ui-ux-pro-maxOR/ck:frontend-design; HTML per idea × size - Export —
chrome-devtoolsor Playwright screenshot at exact px (2x deviceScaleFactor) - Verify — Use Chrome MCP or
chrome-devtoolsskill to visually inspect exported designs; fix layout/styling issues and re-export - Report — Summary to
plans/reports/with design decisions - Organize — Invoke
assets-organizingskill to sort output files and reports
Social Photos: Key Sizes
| Platform | Size (px) | Platform | Size (px) |
|---|---|---|---|
| IG Post | 1080×1080 | FB Post | 1200×630 |
| IG Story | 1080×1920 | X Post | 1200×675 |
| IG Carousel | 1080×1350 | 1200×627 | |
| YT Thumb | 1280×720 | 1000×1500 |
Workflows
Complete Brand Package
- Logo →
scripts/logo/generate.py→ Generate logo variants - CIP →
scripts/cip/generate.py --logo ...→ Create deliverable mockups - Presentation → Load
references/slides-create.md→ Build pitch deck
New Design System
- Brand (brand skill) → Define colors, typography, voice
- Tokens (design-system skill) → Create semantic token layers
- Implement (ui-styling skill) → Configure Tailwind, shadcn/ui
References
| Topic | File |
|---|---|
| Design Routing | references/design-routing.md |
| Logo Design Guide | references/logo-design.md |
| Logo Styles | references/logo-style-guide.md |
| Logo Colors | references/logo-color-psychology.md |
| Logo Prompts | references/logo-prompt-engineering.md |
| CIP Design Guide | references/cip-design.md |
| CIP Deliverables | references/cip-deliverable-guide.md |
| CIP Styles | references/cip-style-guide.md |
| CIP Prompts | references/cip-prompt-engineering.md |
| Slides Create | references/slides-create.md |
| Slides Layouts | references/slides-layout-patterns.md |
| Slides Template | references/slides-html-template.md |
| Slides Copy | references/slides-copywriting-formulas.md |
| Slides Strategy | references/slides-strategies.md |
| Banner Sizes & Styles | references/banner-sizes-and-styles.md |
| Social Photos Guide | references/social-photos-design.md |
| Icon Design Guide | references/icon-design.md |
Scripts
| Script | Purpose |
|---|---|
scripts/logo/search.py |
Search logo styles, colors, industries |
scripts/logo/generate.py |
Generate logos with Gemini AI |
scripts/logo/core.py |
BM25 search engine for logo data |
scripts/cip/search.py |
Search CIP deliverables, styles, industries |
scripts/cip/generate.py |
Generate CIP mockups with Gemini |
scripts/cip/render-html.py |
Render HTML presentation from CIP mockups |
scripts/cip/core.py |
BM25 search engine for CIP data |
scripts/icon/generate.py |
Generate SVG icons with Gemini 3.1 Pro |
Setup
export GEMINI_API_KEY="your-key" # https://aistudio.google.com/apikey
pip install google-genai pillow
Integration
External sub-skills: brand, design-system, ui-styling Related Skills: frontend-design, ui-ux-pro-max, ai-multimodal, chrome-devtools
How to use ckm:design on Cursor
AI-first code editor with Composer
Prerequisites
Before installing skills in Cursor, ensure your development environment meets these requirements:
- ›Cursor installed and configured on your development machine
- ›Node.js version 16.0+ with npm package manager (verify with
node --version) - ›Active project directory or workspace where you want to add ckm:design
Execute installation command
Execute the skills CLI command in your project's root directory to begin installation:
The skills CLI fetches ckm:design from GitHub repository nextlevelbuilder/ui-ux-pro-max-skill and configures it for Cursor.
Select Cursor when prompted
The CLI will show a list of available agents. Use arrow keys to navigate and space to select Cursor:
Verify installation
Confirm successful installation by checking the skill directory location:
Reload or restart Cursor to activate ckm:design. Access the skill through slash commands (e.g., /ckm:design) or your agent's skill management interface.
Security & Verification Notice
We perform automated surface-level scans (Gen AI Scanner, Socket, Snyk) during installation. These checks detect common vulnerabilities but do not guarantee complete security. Always review skill source code and verify the publisher's reputation before production use.
Skills execute code in your development environment. Always verify the publisher's identity, review recent commits, and test in isolated environments before production deployment.
List & Monetize Your Skill
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Use Cases▌
Task Automation & Efficiency
Automate repetitive workflows and reduce manual effort
Example
Generate reports, summarize documents, draft communications
Save 3-5 hours per week on routine tasks
Knowledge Enhancement
Learn new skills, understand complex topics, get expert guidance
Example
Explain concepts, provide examples, suggest learning resources
Accelerate learning and skill development by 2x
Quality Improvement
Enhance output quality through reviews, suggestions, and refinements
Example
Review drafts, suggest improvements, catch errors
Improve work quality by 30-40% with less effort
Implementation Guide▌
Prerequisites
- ›Claude Desktop or compatible AI client with skill support
- ›Clear understanding of task or problem to solve
- ›Willingness to iterate and refine outputs
Time Estimate
15-45 minutes depending on use case complexity
Installation Steps
- 1.Install skill using provided installation command
- 2.Test with simple use case relevant to your work
- 3.Evaluate output quality and relevance
- 4.Iterate on prompts to improve results
- 5.Integrate into regular workflow if valuable
Common Pitfalls
- ⚠Expecting perfect results without iteration
- ⚠Not providing enough context in prompts
- ⚠Using skill for tasks outside its intended scope
- ⚠Accepting outputs without review and validation
Best Practices▌
✓ Do
- +Start with clear, specific prompts
- +Provide relevant context and constraints
- +Review and refine all outputs before using
- +Iterate to improve output quality
- +Document successful prompt patterns
✗ Don't
- −Don't use without understanding skill limitations
- −Don't skip validation of outputs
- −Don't share sensitive information in prompts
- −Don't expect skill to replace human judgment
💡 Pro Tips
- ★Be specific about desired format and style
- ★Ask for multiple options to choose from
- ★Request explanations to understand reasoning
- ★Combine AI efficiency with human expertise
When to Use This▌
✓ Use When
Use when skill capabilities match your task, clear ROI on time saved, and you can validate outputs. Best for repetitive tasks, learning, and quality improvement.
✗ Avoid When
Avoid when task requires deep expertise you can't validate, involves sensitive decisions, or when learning process is more valuable than speed of completion.
Learning Path▌
- 1Familiarize yourself with skill capabilities and limitations
- 2Start with low-risk, non-critical tasks
- 3Progress to more complex and valuable use cases
- 4Build expertise through regular use and experimentation
Discussion
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Ratings
4.4★★★★★52 reviews- ★★★★★Benjamin Bhatia· Dec 28, 2024
We added ckm:design from the explainx registry; install was straightforward and the SKILL.md answered most questions upfront.
- ★★★★★Sakura Patel· Dec 24, 2024
Useful defaults in ckm:design — fewer surprises than typical one-off scripts, and it plays nicely with `npx skills` flows.
- ★★★★★Luis Wang· Dec 24, 2024
ckm:design fits our agent workflows well — practical, well scoped, and easy to wire into existing repos.
- ★★★★★Pratham Ware· Dec 20, 2024
We added ckm:design from the explainx registry; install was straightforward and the SKILL.md answered most questions upfront.
- ★★★★★Mia Gonzalez· Dec 12, 2024
ckm:design has been reliable in day-to-day use. Documentation quality is above average for community skills.
- ★★★★★Benjamin Bansal· Nov 27, 2024
Solid pick for teams standardizing on skills: ckm:design is focused, and the summary matches what you get after install.
- ★★★★★Dev Kim· Nov 15, 2024
I recommend ckm:design for anyone iterating fast on agent tooling; clear intent and a small, reviewable surface area.
- ★★★★★Luis Ndlovu· Nov 15, 2024
Registry listing for ckm:design matched our evaluation — installs cleanly and behaves as described in the markdown.
- ★★★★★Mia Bansal· Nov 11, 2024
ckm:design is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
- ★★★★★Camila Jain· Nov 3, 2024
ckm:design reduced setup friction for our internal harness; good balance of opinion and flexibility.
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