Agent skill · data analytics · sickn33
makepad-reference
Guide to diagnosing Makepad build, widget, redraw and layout issues against the exact runtime revision.
Why this skill is useful
Codifies common Makepad errors and fixes, providing a quick-reference guide that the AI could infer but doesn't have to guess.
What it needs
About 2k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-08-07. 44,571 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Makepad Reference This category provides reference materials for debugging, code quality, and advanced layout patterns. When to Use You need quick-reference material for common Makepad errors, debugging, or API lookups. The task is diagnostic or reference-oriented rather than writing a focused feature in one subsystem. You want a central starting point before diving into more specialized Makepad skills. Quick Navigation Topic File Use When ------- ------ ---------- API Documentation Official docs index, quick API reference Finding detailed API info Troubleshooting Common errors and fixes Build fails, runtime errors Code Quality Makepad-aware refactoring Simplifying code safely Adaptive Layout Desktop/mobile responsive Cross-platform layouts Common Issues Quick Reference Error Quick Fix ------- ----------- no matching field: font Use textstyle: <THEMEFONT>{} Color parse error Check the installed live-design parser syntax; changing a valid hex color is not a general fix settext missing argument Add cx as first argument UI not updating Call redraw(cx) after changes Widget not found Check ID spelling, use ids!() for paths Debug Tips Resources Makepad Official Docs - Obsidian-based documentation Makepad Repository Robrix - Production reference Moly - Production reference Limitations Use this skill only when the task clearly matches the scope described above. Do not treat the output as a substitute for environment-specific validation, testing, or expert review. Stop and ask for clarification if required inputs, permissions, safety boundaries, or success criteria are missing. The navigation table names topics, not bundled reference files. Verify exact Makepad API signatures and the project toolchain before changing code; preserve private values in logs, and test widget updates, input and target layouts rather than assuming a redraw call fixes every issue.
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
@skills sickn33/makepad-reference