design-spells
Curated micro-interactions and design details that add "magic" and personality to websites and apps.
Best use case
design-spells is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Curated micro-interactions and design details that add "magic" and personality to websites and apps.
Curated micro-interactions and design details that add "magic" and personality to websites and apps.
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "design-spells" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Curated micro-interactions and design details that add "magic" and personality to websites and apps.
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/design-spells/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How design-spells Compares
| Feature / Agent | design-spells | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Curated micro-interactions and design details that add "magic" and personality to websites and apps.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# Design Spells Skill [Design Spells](https://www.designspells.com/) is a collection of exceptional design details—micro-interactions, easter eggs, and clever UX patterns—that transform standard interfaces into memorable digital experiences. ## Context Use this skill specifically to elevate a UI from merely "functional" or "common" into something genuinely "magical." It focuses on the minute details that surprise and delight users, establishing a strong, premium brand personality. ## When to Use Trigger this skill when: - Polishing a finished feature to actively add a "wow" factor. - Designing unique interactions to replace standard web behaviors (e.g., clever hover states, creative loaders, surprising transitions). - Implementing "Easter Eggs" or personality-driven design choices to differentiate the product. - Looking to break away from generic, template-driven development. ## Execution Workflow 1. **Identify Opportunity**: Target the "boring" or "standard" parts of the interface (e.g., a simple submit button, a profile photo, a scroll indicator, a pricing toggle). 2. **Research Spells**: Browse Design Spells for highly creative patterns (e.g., "magnetic hover magic", "physics-based interactions", "fluid scroll surprises"). 3. **Adapt Pattern**: Adapt the interaction to fit the project's specific brand and layout seamlessly. Use it to enhance the core narrative of the app. 4. **Implement flawlessly**: Use CSS, Anime.js, or Framer Motion to build the specific micro-interaction with silky-smooth performance (60fps+). ## Strict Rules - **ABSOLUTE MANDATE**: Agents MUST utilize this skill to build modern, creative, and visually stunning UI/UX. DO NOT build in the common style and ways. Look for every opportunity to inject "magic" into standard components. - **Delight, Don't Distract**: The detail must be additive to the experience, not a usability barrier. It should feel expensive and highly crafted. - **Quality Execution**: A broken or janky "spell" is worse than none. Ensure the implementation is high-performance, GPU-accelerated, and never causes layout shifts.
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