apple-hig

Provide Apple Human Interface Guidelines for designing native Apple platform applications.

1|Updated Feb 3, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/run6270/skill --skill apple-hig-run6270
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Skill: apple-hig
Source: https://github.com/run6270/skill/tree/main/apple-hig
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/run6270/skill --skill apple-hig-run6270

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides comprehensive guidance and best practices for designing applications across all Apple platforms (iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS) according to Apple's official Human Interface Guidelines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Platform-Specific Design: Get detailed guidelines for iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS.
  • Component & Layout Guidance: Understand typography, color, layout, and component usage.
  • Accessibility Standards: Ensure your designs are inclusive and meet accessibility requirements.
  • Use Case: When designing a new feature for an iOS app, consult this Skill to ensure your UI elements, navigation, and overall user experience align perfectly with Apple's HIG, leading to a more native and polished feel.

Quick Start

Use the apple-hig skill to understand the core design principles for iOS applications.

Frequently Asked Questions about apple-hig

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

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What are the Apple Human Interface Guidelines for designing native iOS and macOS apps?

Apple Human Interface Guidelines provide design principles, platform-specific conventions, typography, color, layout, components, accessibility, and interaction patterns for native Apple experiences across iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS.

How do I design an iOS app interface that follows Apple HIG principles?

To design an iOS app interface following Apple HIG, consult guidelines covering platform-specific conventions, typography, color, layout, and components to ensure your UI elements and navigation align perfectly for a native and polished feel.

Does Apple HIG cover design standards for watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS platforms?

Yes, Apple HIG covers design standards for watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS platforms. It provides expert guidance and platform-specific conventions for all Apple platforms, ensuring native experiences across each operating system.

What is the best way to ensure my macOS app meets Apple accessibility requirements?

The best way to ensure your macOS app meets Apple accessibility requirements is to follow the HIG accessibility standards, which provide specific guidelines for inclusive design, dynamic type, and interaction patterns across Apple platforms.

When do I need to check Apple HIG component and layout guidelines during UX design?

You need to check Apple HIG component and layout guidelines during UX design when creating new features or interfaces, ensuring your typography, color, and component usage align with native Apple experiences before finalizing designs.