Excalidraw Diagram Generator

Create Excalidraw diagrams from text content, automatically outputting Obsidian-ready .md files with proper frontmatter and JSON structure.

Key Benefits

• Auto-generate Excalidraw diagrams from text descriptions
• 8 diagram types: flowcharts, mind maps, hierarchy, relationship, comparison, timeline, matrix, freeform
• Automatic file creation with proper Obsidian frontmatter
• Excalifont handwriting font (fontFamily: 5) for all text
• Professional color palette with semantic meaning
• Canvas range optimization (0-1200 x 0-800)

Core Capabilities

• Diagram Types: Flowchart, mind map, hierarchy, relationship, comparison, timeline, matrix, freeform layout
• Text Formatting: Automatic quote replacement (" → 『』, () → 「」), proper font family (Excalifont)
• Layout Rules: Proper element spacing, clear hierarchy, harmonious color schemes
• File Generation: Auto-save to current directory with meaningful filenames
• Obsidian Integration: Complete frontmatter with excalidraw-plugin: parsed and tags: [excalidraw]

When to Use

• Creating diagrams, flowcharts, or mind maps from text
• Visualizing concepts, relationships, or processes
• Building visual representations in Excalidraw format
• User mentions "Excalidraw", "画图", "流程图", "思维导图", "可视化", "diagram"

Workflow

1. Analyze content - identify concepts, relationships, hierarchy
2. Choose appropriate diagram type from 8 options
3. Generate Excalidraw JSON with proper element structure
4. Create Obsidian-ready .md file with correct frontmatter
5. Auto-save to current working directory
6. Notify user with file path and usage instructions

Technical Requirements

• All text elements use fontFamily: 5 (Excalifont)
• Quote replacement: " → 『』, () → 「」
• Font sizes: Title (24-28px), Subtitle (18-20px), Body (14-16px)
• Line height: lineHeight: 1.25 for all text
• Color palette: Deep blue (#1e40af) for titles, bright blue (#3b82f6) for connections

Source: https://github.com/axtonliu/axton-obsidian-visual-skills/tree/main/excalidraw-diagram License: Check repository for details