tailwind
Tailwind CSS v4 patterns and design systems. Use when configuring Tailwind themes, building components, implementing dark mode, using container queries, migrating from v3, integrating shadcn/ui, or fixing build errors. Use for tailwind, css, styling, theme, design-tokens.
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Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/oakoss/agent-skills --skill tailwind- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads tailwind automatically when relevant.
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Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.
SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
Tailwind CSS (v4+)
Overview
Tailwind CSS v4 skill covering CSS-first configuration, design tokens, component patterns, shadcn/ui integration, dark mode, container queries, migration from v3, and custom utilities.
When to use: Configuring Tailwind themes, building utility-first components, implementing dark mode, using container queries, migrating from v3, integrating shadcn/ui, troubleshooting build errors.
When NOT to use: Tailwind v3 legacy projects that will not upgrade, projects using a different styling approach (CSS Modules, styled-components) without plans to adopt Tailwind.
Quick Reference
| Pattern | API | Key Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSS-first config | @theme { --color-brand: oklch(...); } | All config in CSS, no tailwind.config.js |
| Import entry | @import "tailwindcss"; | Replaces @tailwind base/components/utilities |
| Custom utilities | @utility name { ... } | Replaces @layer utilities, works with variants |
| Functional utilities | @utility tab-* { tab-size: --value(--tab-size-*); } | Accept dynamic values via --value() |
| Plugin loading | @plugin "@tailwindcss/typography"; | Replaces require() in config |
| Container queries | @container parent + @md: child | Built-in, no plugin needed |
| Named containers | @container/sidebar + @md/sidebar: | Scope queries to specific containers |
| Dark mode variant | @custom-variant dark (&:where(.dark, .dark *)); | Class-based dark mode override |
| Theme inline | @theme inline { --color-bg: var(--bg); } | Inlines values at build, single-theme only |
| Source detection | @source "../node_modules/my-lib"; | Explicitly add scan paths |
| Reference import | @reference "../../app.css"; | Use theme in Vue/Svelte scoped styles |
| Override defaults | --color-*: initial; inside @theme | Reset a category before redefining |
| Dynamic values | grid-cols-(--my-var) | Use CSS variables in utility values |
| Text shadows | text-shadow-* | Built-in text shadow utilities |
| Starting styles | starting:opacity-0 | @starting-style variant for entry animations |
| Masks | mask-* | CSS mask utilities for image/gradient masking |
| Field sizing | field-sizing-content | Auto-sizing textareas and inputs |
| Inset shadows | inset-shadow-*, inset-ring-* | Inner shadow and ring utilities |
| User validation | user-valid:, user-invalid: | Form validation after user interaction |
| Pointer queries | pointer-fine:, pointer-coarse: | Target input device precision |
| Inert | inert:opacity-50 | Style inert elements |
| Logical spacing | pbs-*, pbe-*, mbs-*, mbe-* | Block-direction padding/margin (v4.2) |
| Logical sizing | inline-*, block-*, min-inline-*, max-block-* | Logical width/height utilities (v4.2) |
| Logical inset | inset-s-*, inset-e-*, inset-bs-*, inset-be-* | Logical positioning; replaces start-*/end-* |
| Logical borders | border-bs-*, border-be-* | Block-direction border utilities (v4.2) |
| Font features | font-features-['smcp'] | OpenType font-feature-settings (v4.2) |
| New color palettes | mauve, olive, mist, taupe | Additional neutral palettes (v4.2) |
| Webpack integration | @tailwindcss/webpack | Run Tailwind as a webpack plugin (v4.2) |
| Color space | OKLCH | Default in v4, sRGB fallbacks generated |
Common Mistakes
| Mistake | Correct Pattern |
|---|---|
Using tailwind.config.js in v4 | Configure via @theme { ... } in CSS |
hsl(var(--background)) double-wrap | Reference directly: var(--background) |
:root/.dark inside @layer base | Define at root level, outside any @layer |
@apply with @layer components classes | Use @utility directive for custom utilities |
@theme inline for multi-theme switching | Use @theme without inline for dynamic themes |
Raw colors like bg-blue-500 everywhere | Semantic tokens (bg-primary) that auto-adapt |
require() or @import for plugins | Use @plugin "package-name"; |
tailwindcss-animate in v4 | Use tw-animate-css instead |
Missing @theme inline with shadcn/ui | Map all CSS variables in @theme inline block |
Using theme('colors.brand') in CSS | Use var(--color-brand) native CSS variables |
Using deprecated start-*/end-* inset | Use inset-s-*/inset-e-* logical utilities |
Delegation
- Class pattern discovery and usage examples: Use
Exploreagent - v3 to v4 migration across multiple files: Use
Taskagent - Design token hierarchy and theming architecture: Use
Planagent
If the
motionskill is available, delegate complex animation patterns (spring physics, gestures, scroll-linked) to it.
References
- Configuration -- CSS-first config, @theme, @theme inline, @utility, @plugin, @source, @reference, @variant directives
- Design Tokens -- OKLCH token system, brand scales, semantic tokens, shadows, z-index, fluid typography
- Component Patterns -- Layouts, grids, container queries, 3D transforms, subgrid, CVA variants
- UI Patterns -- Buttons, forms, navigation, cards, typography with variants, states, accessibility
- Dark Mode -- Class-based dark mode, multi-theme systems, ThemeProvider, @custom-variant
- shadcn/ui Integration -- Four-step architecture, components.json, tw-animate-css, Vite setup
- Migration -- v3 to v4 migration steps, breaking changes, upgrade tool, common gotchas
- Troubleshooting -- Common errors, build fixes, CSS layer issues, PostCSS problems
FAQ
What does the tailwind skill do?
Tailwind CSS v4 patterns and design systems. Use when configuring Tailwind themes, building components, implementing dark mode, using container queries, migrating from v3, integrating shadcn/ui, or fixing build errors. Use for tailwind, css, styling, theme, design-tokens.
How do I install tailwind?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/oakoss/agent-skills --skill tailwind in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/tailwind/ (personal) or .claude/skills/tailwind/ (project).
Which AI agents can use tailwind?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is tailwind safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains tailwind?
It is published by oakoss in oakoss/agent-skills. It has 214 recorded installs.
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