Obsidian Canvas Creator

name obsidian-canvas-creator description Create Obsidian Canvas files from text content, supporting both MindMap and freeform layouts. Use this skill when users want to visualize content as an interactive canvas, create mind maps, or organize information spatially in Obsidian format. Obsidian Canvas Creator Transform text content into structured Obsidian Canvas files with support for MindMap and freeform layouts. When to Use This Skill User requests to create a canvas, mind map, or visual diagram from text User wants to organize information spatially User mentions "Obsidian Canvas" or similar visualization tools Converting structured content (articles, notes, outlines) into visual format Core Workflow

1. Analyze Content Read and understand the input content: Identify main topics and hierarchical relationships Extract key points, facts, and supporting details Note any existing structure (headings, lists, sections)
2. Determine Layout Type Ask user to choose or infer from context: MindMap Layout: Radial structure from center Parent-child relationships Clear hierarchy Good for: brainstorming, topic exploration, hierarchical content Freeform Layout: Custom positioning Flexible relationships Multiple connection types Good for: complex networks, non-hierarchical content, custom arrangements
3. Plan Structure For MindMap: Identify central concept (root node) Map primary branches (main topics) Organize secondary branches (subtopics) Position leaf nodes (details) For Freeform: Group related concepts Identify connection patterns Plan spatial zones Consider visual flow