JSON Canvas

This skill enables Claude Code to create and edit valid JSON Canvas files (.canvas) used in Obsidian and other applications.

Overview

JSON Canvas is an open file format for infinite canvas data. Canvas files use the .canvas extension and contain valid JSON following the JSON Canvas Spec 1.0.

When to Use This Skill

• Creating or editing .canvas files in Obsidian
• Building visual mind maps or flowcharts
• Creating project boards or planning documents
• Organizing notes visually with connections
• Building diagrams with linked content

File Structure

A canvas file contains two top-level arrays: