infographic
by markdown-viewerThe infographic skill turns structured content into polished infographic layouts with the `infographic` DSL. Use it for KPI cards, timelines, roadmaps, step-by-step flows, A vs B comparisons, SWOTs, funnels, org trees, and simple charts. It is a strong fit for infographic for UI Design and presentation-style summaries with 4-8 items. Not ideal for complex data analysis or technical diagrams.
This skill scores 84/100, which means it is a solid listing candidate for directory users. The repository gives enough concrete template guidance, syntax rules, and examples for an agent to trigger it correctly and produce useful infographic outputs with relatively low guesswork.
- Clear use cases and anti-use guidance in the frontmatter and body (e.g. KPI cards, timelines, comparisons; not for complex data analysis or technical diagrams).
- Strong operational clarity: explicit template names, syntax rules, indentation requirements, and a warning that wrong template names will fail render.
- Good install value: multiple reference files with template categories and examples help agents choose the right infographic layout quickly.
- No install command or packaged setup instructions in SKILL.md, so users may need to infer adoption steps from the repository structure.
- The skill is template-driven and strict; incorrect naming or syntax can cause render failures, so it may be less forgiving for agents without careful instruction.
Overview of infographic skill
What the infographic skill does
The infographic skill helps you turn structured content into polished infographic layouts using the infographic DSL. It is best when you need quick visual impact from a small set of items: KPI cards, timelines, roadmaps, checklists, A vs B comparisons, SWOTs, funnels, org trees, and simple charts. If you are deciding whether to install the infographic skill, the key question is whether your content is better explained as a designed visual summary than as a text block or a data-heavy chart.
Who it is for
This is a strong fit for writers, product teams, marketers, and designers who need infographic for UI Design or presentation-style output without building a layout from scratch. It is especially useful when the source material is already organized into 4-8 clear items and you want the skill to handle composition, spacing, and template selection more than deep analysis.
Main strengths and limits
The biggest value is speed plus structure: the skill gives you pre-designed templates and a simple syntax, so you spend less time inventing layout logic. The main limitation is scope. It is not meant for complex data analysis or technical diagrams; if your job depends on detailed charts, use a chart-oriented skill instead. The infographic skill works best when the message is concise and the visual format is obvious.
How to Use infographic skill
Install and locate the right files
Install the infographic skill in the repository context you use for skills, then open SKILL.md first. For the most useful infographic install workflow, also read references/templates.md, references/syntax.md, and references/examples.md before drafting prompts. Those files tell you which templates exist, what the DSL expects, and what strong output looks like.
Turn a rough idea into usable input
The skill works best when you provide a content list, a goal, and the intended layout type. A weak request like “make an infographic about onboarding” leaves too many decisions open. A stronger request is: “Create a sequence-timeline-simple infographic for onboarding with 5 steps: signup, email verification, profile setup, first action, and success milestone. Keep each item to one short label and one concise description.” That level of specificity improves template match and reduces formatting errors.
Read the template rules before drafting
The repository explicitly warns that wrong template names will fail, so the fastest way to avoid broken output is to choose from references/templates.md before prompting. Then mirror the syntax from references/syntax.md: infographic <template-name>, a required data block, and correctly indented items. If your source material includes metrics, keep values short; if it includes steps or comparisons, keep labels parallel and descriptions brief.
Practical workflow for better output
Start with one of three input styles: a metric set, a sequence, or a comparison. Then ask for a single infographic rather than a mixed page of multiple visuals. If your content is messy, normalize it first into labels, values, and one-line descriptions. This is the easiest way to get reliable infographic usage results because the skill is optimized for compact, visually scannable structures, not narrative paragraphs.
infographic skill FAQ
Is infographic better than a normal prompt?
Yes, when you want a repeatable infographic layout with fewer formatting guesses. A normal prompt can describe the idea, but the infographic skill adds a constrained syntax and template system that makes the result more predictable. If you already know the layout you want, the skill usually saves time.
When should I not use the infographic skill?
Do not use it for dense analytics, multi-variable data exploration, or detailed technical diagrams. The repository itself points you toward other tools for those jobs. If you need more rows, more math, or more freeform chart logic than a small visual summary allows, the infographic skill is probably the wrong fit.
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes, if you start with the supported templates and copy the syntax pattern carefully. Beginners usually struggle not with design, but with template choice and indentation. Reading references/examples.md first makes the infographic guide much easier to follow because it shows working structures instead of abstract rules.
Does it fit the broader Markdown Viewer ecosystem?
Yes. The skill is part of the markdown-viewer/skills ecosystem and is designed for a Markdown-oriented workflow. If you already use Markdown Viewer for content review or export, infographic is a natural add-on for turning structured notes into presentation-ready visuals.
How to Improve infographic skill
Give the skill cleaner source content
The fastest way to improve infographic output is to reduce ambiguity before you ask. Instead of “make a product launch infographic,” provide the exact items, order, and purpose: “Create a sequence-snake-steps-simple infographic for a 6-step launch plan: planning, design, build, test, launch, monitor.” Clear inputs lead to better template matching and less cleanup.
Match the template to the message
For infographic skill results, template fit matters more than decoration. Use list templates for KPI cards and feature highlights, sequence templates for processes and timelines, compare templates for tradeoffs, hierarchy templates for org structures, and chart templates for simple numeric summaries. If the layout and content type disagree, the output may be visually correct but semantically weak.
Watch for common failure modes
The most common problems are wrong template names, overlong item text, and trying to cram too many ideas into one graphic. A good infographic guide should help you avoid all three: verify the template name in references/templates.md, keep each item concise, and split large topics into separate visuals when needed. If the first output feels crowded, your input is probably too broad.
Iterate with tighter constraints
After the first pass, improve the infographic by asking for fewer words, stronger hierarchy, or a different template category rather than asking for “better design” in general. For example: “Shorten all labels to 2-4 words,” “make the descriptions action-focused,” or “switch this from a list template to a sequence template.” Small revisions like these usually produce the biggest quality jump.