Generate Readme Screenshots
Automatically creates high-quality screenshots showcasing software features for project README files.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add generate-readme-screenshots npx -- -y @trustedskills/generate-readme-screenshots
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"generate-readme-screenshots": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/generate-readme-screenshots"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill automatically generates screenshots for README files. It can create visual documentation of software projects, libraries, or any other tool that benefits from a graphical introduction. The generated images are suitable for inclusion directly into markdown READMEs, enhancing clarity and user understanding.
When to use it
- Documenting CLI tools: Quickly capture the output of command-line interfaces to illustrate usage examples in a README.
- Showcasing UI components: Generate screenshots of web or desktop application components for documentation purposes.
- Creating tutorials: Illustrate step-by-step guides with visual aids directly within the README file.
- Improving project onboarding: Provide new users with clear, visual instructions on how to use a project's features.
Key capabilities
- Automated screenshot generation
- Integration with markdown files
- Suitable for CLI tools and UI components
Example prompts
- "Generate screenshots of the
my-cli-toolcommand with various flags." - "Create images showing how to use the 'login' button in my web application."
- "Capture a screenshot sequence demonstrating the installation process."
Tips & gotchas
This skill likely requires access to the relevant software or UI being documented. Ensure that any necessary dependencies are installed and configured before using it.
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