tailwind-shadcn-ui-setup

Automate Tailwind CSS and shadcn/ui setup for Next.js 16 App Router projects.

6|Updated Nov 11, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hopeoverture/worldbuilding-app-skills --skill tailwind-shadcn-ui-setup
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Skill: tailwind-shadcn-ui-setup
Source: https://github.com/hopeoverture/worldbuilding-app-skills/tree/main/plugins/tailwind-shadcn-ui-setup/skills/tailwind-shadcn-ui-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hopeoverture/worldbuilding-app-skills --skill tailwind-shadcn-ui-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and assets (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the setup of Tailwind CSS (v3/v4, forward-compatible) and shadcn/ui for Next.js 16 App Router projects, including dark mode, design tokens, base layout, accessibility defaults, and example components.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated dependency installation for Tailwind, shadcn/ui, and optional dark-mode tooling
  • Template configurations for Tailwind, PostCSS, and global CSS with design tokens
  • Base components & layouts like ThemeProvider, AppShell, and mode toggle
  • Design tokens & accessibility defaults to ensure WCAG-friendly UI
  • Optional example pages to showcase patterns

Quick Start

Run the provided Python automation script and respond to prompts to configure Tailwind + shadcn/ui setup for your Next.js project.

Frequently Asked Questions about tailwind-shadcn-ui-setup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up Tailwind CSS and shadcn/ui for a Next.js 16 App Router project?▼

Set up Tailwind CSS and shadcn/ui by running an automation script that detects existing installations, installs dependencies non-interactively, generates components.json, applies configuration templates, adds core shadcn components, and updates your app layout with ThemeProvider and Toaster integration.

Can I automate Tailwind and shadcn/ui configuration with dark mode support?▼

Yes. The automation installs Tailwind (v3 or v4 forward-compatible) and shadcn/ui with built-in dark mode tooling, design tokens, accessibility defaults, and a mode toggle component so dark mode is configured and ready to use immediately.

What does a complete Tailwind and shadcn/ui setup include for Next.js?▼

A complete setup includes Tailwind and shadcn configuration files, a base layout with AppShell and ThemeProvider, example components (forms, dialogs, theme showcases), design tokens, WCAG-friendly accessibility defaults, and optional example pages demonstrating patterns.

Do I need to manually configure PostCSS and global CSS for Tailwind in Next.js?▼

No. The automation generates and applies PostCSS and global CSS templates with design tokens pre-configured, eliminating manual setup steps for Tailwind integration in your Next.js project.

What if I already have Tailwind or shadcn/ui installed in my Next.js project?▼

The automation detects existing Tailwind and shadcn/ui installations and skips redundant steps, so you can run it safely without reinstalling or overwriting your current configuration.

How does this setup ensure accessibility compliance in my Next.js UI components?▼

The setup applies WCAG-friendly accessibility defaults through design tokens, base components with semantic HTML, and accessibility-first examples, establishing a foundation for accessible shadcn/ui component usage across your project.