safe-area-handling

Provides CSS, JavaScript and native solutions for mobile device safe areas.

Updated Mar 9, 2026

Search Tags:#responsive design #mobile development #iOS development #safe area handling #Android development

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npx skills add https://github.com/sebc-dev/prosperity --skill safe-area-handling-sebc-dev

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Skill: safe-area-handling
Source: https://github.com/sebc-dev/prosperity/tree/main/.claude/skills/safe-area-handling
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sebc-dev/prosperity --skill safe-area-handling-sebc-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses layout issues on devices with notches, Dynamic Islands, home indicators, and Android cutouts, ensuring content displays correctly on modern mobile devices.

Core Features & Use Cases

Safe Area CSS Solutions: Utilizes CSS env() variables to account for device-specific screen dimensions.
JavaScript Solutions: Offers JavaScript functions and React/Vue hooks to dynamically manage safe areas based on orientation changes.
Native iOS/Android Configuration: Provides guidance on native settings to ensure content is displayed correctly on both platforms.
Capacitor Status Bar Plugin: Integration with Capacitor for additional control over the status bar.
Common Issues & Solutions: Includes troubleshooting for common problems such as content behind notches or under home indicators.

Quick Start

Apply this skill to your mobile app's layout by adjusting padding based on the device's safe area insets.

Frequently Asked Questions about safe-area-handling

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I fix mobile layout issues with content hidden behind notches and Dynamic Islands?▼

To fix mobile layout issues with content hidden behind notches and Dynamic Islands, apply CSS `env()` variables to adjust padding based on device-specific safe area insets. This ensures content displays correctly on modern mobile screens.

What is the best way to handle safe area insets for Android cutouts and iOS home indicators?▼

The best way to handle safe area insets for Android cutouts and iOS home indicators is to combine CSS viewport-fit configurations with native iOS and Android settings to ensure content avoids obstructed screen regions.

Does this safe area handling approach work with React and Vue?▼

Yes, safe area handling works with React and Vue by using provided JavaScript functions and hooks. These dynamically manage safe area values based on orientation changes for responsive mobile UI/UX layouts.

How do I dynamically manage safe areas on orientation change using JavaScript?▼

You dynamically manage safe areas on orientation change using JavaScript functions and React or Vue hooks that calculate and apply safe area values. This ensures responsive design adapts to screen rotations.

Can I use the Capacitor Status Bar Plugin for safe area configuration?▼

Yes, you can use the Capacitor Status Bar Plugin for safe area configuration. It provides integration for additional control over the status bar alongside native iOS and Android settings to prevent layout issues.

Why does my content still display under the home indicator after applying CSS env variables?▼

Content displaying under the home indicator after applying CSS `env()` variables usually requires native iOS and Android configuration. Troubleshooting common issues involves verifying both CSS viewport-fit and native settings are properly applied.