Question 1

What is a DESIGN.md template?

Accepted Answer

A DESIGN.md template is a complete design specification file that AI coding agents can read and implement. It includes color systems, typography scales, spacing rules, component specifications, and layout guidelines — everything needed to generate a consistent, production-ready UI. Unlike traditional design files, DESIGN.md is text-based, version-controlled, and optimized for AI consumption.

Question 2

How do I use a DESIGN.md template with Cursor?

Accepted Answer

Copy the DESIGN.md content from any template page, paste it into your project root as DESIGN.md, then reference it in your AI agent conversations. For example: "Implement a settings page following the DESIGN.md specifications." Cursor will read the file and generate code matching the exact tokens, colors, and component patterns defined in the template.

Question 3

Are these templates free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all DESIGN.md templates on this directory are free and open source under the MIT license. You can copy, modify, and use them in commercial projects without attribution. The templates are community-contributed starting points — adapt them to your brand and ship faster.

Question 4

Can I submit my own DESIGN.md template?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. If you have created a well-documented DESIGN.md file for a specific use case (SaaS dashboard, landing page, mobile app), you can submit it to the directory. We review submissions for completeness: the template must include brand voice, color system, typography, spacing rules, component specs, and layout guidelines.

Question 5

Which AI coding agents are supported?

Accepted Answer

DESIGN.md templates work with any AI agent that can read markdown files and follow structured specifications. This includes Cursor (with Composer), Claude Code, GitHub Copilot with context files, Codex, and any LLM with a sufficient context window. The key is referencing the DESIGN.md file in your prompts so the agent knows which design system to apply.

Question 6

What is the difference between a template and a library entry?

Accepted Answer

Templates are complete, copy-pasteable DESIGN.md files ready to use as starting points for new projects. Library entries are curated references to existing DESIGN.md files in the wild — real projects you can study for inspiration. Use templates to bootstrap; use the library to research patterns and see how others structure their design systems.

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