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apple-hig-designer

Generate HIG-compliant iOS and macOS UI components with SF Symbols and San Francisco typography.

Updated Dec 17, 2025
Search Tags:#typography#accessibility#apple#ui-design#design-system#hig#sf-symbols
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npx skills add https://github.com/ardenlab/claude-skills --skill apple-hig-designer-ardenlab
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Skill: apple-hig-designer
Source: https://github.com/ardenlab/claude-skills/tree/main/apple-hig-designer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ardenlab/claude-skills --skill apple-hig-designer-ardenlab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Apple-style interface design often drifts from the Human Interface Guidelines, leading to inconsistent visuals and reduced usability. This skill mediates that by providing a structured design framework that emphasizes SF Symbols, San Francisco typography, accessibility, and HIG-compliant component patterns.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • HIG-aligned components: ready-to-implement UI blocks that adhere to Apple guidelines for iOS and macOS.
  • SF Symbols & SF Pro typography: integrated iconography and typography system to ensure native look and legibility.
  • Design system foundations: color palette, spacing (8pt grid), and component patterns suitable for design systems documentation.
  • Accessibility & dark mode: built-in WCAG-alignment and full dark/light mode support.
  • Use case examples: crafting iOS-style controls, macOS panels, and consistent design tokens across products.

Quick Start

Provide a brief description of the Apple-style UI you want and the skill will generate HIG-compliant components.

Frequently Asked Questions about apple-hig-designer

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I design iOS interfaces that comply with Apple Human Interface Guidelines?▼

To design iOS interfaces that align with Apple HIG, use structured UI blocks that integrate SF Symbols, San Francisco typography, and an 8pt spacing grid. This ensures native visual consistency and usability across iOS and macOS projects.

What is the best way to implement SF Symbols and typography for macOS apps?▼

The best way to implement SF Symbols and typography for macOS apps is by applying an integrated iconography and San Francisco typography system. This guarantees a native look, legibility, and alignment with Apple's design system foundations.

Can I generate design tokens for dark mode and accessibility on iOS?▼

Yes, you can generate design tokens for dark mode and accessibility on iOS. The framework provides built-in WCAG-alignment and full dark/light mode support to ensure HIG-compliant color systems and spacing across projects.

Does Apple HIG design require an 8pt grid for component spacing?▼

Yes, Apple HIG design requires an 8pt grid for component spacing to maintain visual rhythm. This spacing system is integrated into the design system foundations alongside color palettes and component patterns for consistent UI.

Why do my Apple-style UI visuals drift from the Human Interface Guidelines?▼

Your Apple-style UI visuals drift from the Human Interface Guidelines due to inconsistent application of native patterns. Using a structured HIG design framework with explicit guardrails for glass effects and component patterns mediates this drift.

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