axiom-hig-ref

Reference Apple's Human Interface Guidelines for design principles and platform-specific guidance.

61|3|Updated Feb 14, 2026
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Skill: axiom-hig-ref
Source: https://github.com/joelhooks/joelclaw/tree/main/.agents/skills/axiom-hig-ref
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/joelhooks/joelclaw --skill axiom-hig-ref

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive reference for Apple's Human Interface Guidelines (HIG), enabling designers and developers to create intuitive, accessible, and platform-appropriate experiences across all Apple devices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detailed Design Principles: Covers clarity, consistency, and deference.
  • Platform-Specific Guidance: Offers insights for iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS.
  • Accessibility Standards: Ensures designs meet vision, hearing, mobility, and cognitive accessibility requirements.
  • Use Case: A developer needs to understand the correct semantic colors to use for backgrounds in a new iOS app that supports both light and dark modes. They can consult this Skill for detailed explanations and code examples.

Quick Start

Consult the axiom-hig-ref skill for guidance on implementing dynamic type support in your application.

Frequently Asked Questions about axiom-hig-ref

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

FAQPage Schema
What are Apple's Human Interface Guidelines for designing intuitive user experiences?

Apple's Human Interface Guidelines (HIG) define design principles like clarity, consistency, and deference to help create intuitive, accessible, and platform-appropriate user experiences across iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS.

How do I use semantic colors for light and dark mode in iOS app design?

To support light and dark modes in iOS app design, use semantic colors provided by the HIG. These colors automatically adapt to system appearance settings, ensuring proper contrast and visual hierarchy across different environmental contexts.

Does the HIG reference cover accessibility standards for vision and hearing impairments?

Yes, the HIG reference covers accessibility standards ensuring designs meet vision, hearing, mobility, and cognitive accessibility requirements. It details how to implement features like Dynamic Type to accommodate diverse user needs across Apple platforms.

What is the best way to implement Dynamic Type and SF Symbols in macOS and iOS design?

The best way to implement Dynamic Type and SF Symbols is by following the HIG's typography and materials guidance. This ensures text scales appropriately and icons render clearly across iOS and macOS interfaces, maintaining layout integrity.

Can I find platform-specific layout and gesture considerations for watchOS and tvOS?

Yes, you can find platform-specific layout and gesture considerations for watchOS and tvOS. The HIG provides detailed interaction patterns and layout guidelines tailored to the unique display constraints and input methods of each Apple device.

When do I need to consider platform-specific design considerations for visionOS?

You need to consider platform-specific design considerations for visionOS when transitioning apps into spatial computing environments. The HIG details unique materials, layout depth, and interaction patterns required for creating immersive spatial user experiences.