apple-liquid-glass-design

Integrate Apple's Liquid Glass design system into SwiftUI, UIKit, and AppKit apps.

1|Updated Feb 24, 2026
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Skill: apple-liquid-glass-design
Source: https://github.com/kmshdev/claude-swift-toolkit/tree/main/skills/apple-liquid-glass-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kmshdev/claude-swift-toolkit --skill apple-liquid-glass-design

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Liquid Glass adoption across Apple platforms is complex and varies across SwiftUI, UIKit, and AppKit; this Skill consolidates guidelines and practical patterns to standardize glass-based UI across phases from design to implementation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Glass APIs: glassEffect(_:in:), GlassEffectContainer, GlassEffectTransition, and glassEffectID for morphing shapes.
  • Cross-platform guidance: backgroundExtensionEffect, toolbar glass, and icon composition to create immersive interfaces.
  • References & workflows: getting started, references, and implementation patterns to accelerate adoption in real apps.

Quick Start

Load this skill and begin by reviewing the references to implement Liquid Glass patterns in your app.

Frequently Asked Questions about apple-liquid-glass-design

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I implement Liquid Glass UI in SwiftUI for iOS 26?

You can implement Liquid Glass UI in SwiftUI using APIs like glassEffect(_:in:), GlassEffectContainer, and glassEffectID for morphing shapes, alongside backgroundExtensionEffect for immersive backgrounds.

What is the best way to apply Liquid Glass design across UIKit and AppKit apps?

To apply Liquid Glass design across UIKit and AppKit, you should follow cross-platform guidelines for toolbar glass, backgroundExtensionEffect, and icon composition to ensure consistent, dynamic glass-based interfaces.

Does the Liquid Glass morphing effect work with horizontal scrolling under sidebars?

Yes, the Liquid Glass system supports horizontal scrolling under sidebars by utilizing GlassEffectContainer and GlassEffectTransition to manage dynamic morphing shapes across iOS 26+ platforms.

How do I use GlassEffectContainer to manage glass transitions in my app?

GlassEffectContainer manages glass transitions by grouping glassEffect components and utilizing GlassEffectTransition with glassEffectID to coordinate morphing shapes and background extension effects.

Can I create app icons using the Liquid Glass composition guidelines?

Yes, you can create app icons using Liquid Glass composition guidelines, which provide patterns for integrating glass effects into your icon design across iOS 26+ platforms.

What are the limitations of using backgroundExtensionEffect for toolbar glass?

The backgroundExtensionEffect requires strict adherence to iOS 26+ APIs for toolbar glass implementation, meaning it is limited to newer platform versions and requires specific reference workflows to avoid integration issues.