widgetkit

Name: widgetkit
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Author: dfly7

Implement WidgetKit widgets and Live Activities for iOS surfaces.

Updated Mar 31, 2026

Search Tags:#ios #swiftui #dynamic-island #widgetkit #live-activities #widget-extension

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npx skills add https://github.com/DFly7/iOS-FastAPI-Supabase-AI --skill widgetkit-dfly7

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Skill: widgetkit
Source: https://github.com/DFly7/iOS-FastAPI-Supabase-AI/tree/main/.agents/skills/widgetkit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DFly7/iOS-FastAPI-Supabase-AI --skill widgetkit-dfly7

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

WidgetKit-based widgets and Live Activities enable iOS apps to present timely, interactive content on home and lock screens, and on StandBy, without extra app navigation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Create home screen widgets that adapt to multiple families (systemSmall, systemMedium, systemLarge), plus lock screen accessories and StandBy surfaces.
Implement Live Activities with Dynamic Island layouts and interactive controls for real-time updates (e.g., order tracking, delivery, live sports scores).
Configure app groups, entitlements, and references to support cross-process data sharing and robust updates.

Quick Start

Create a WidgetKit extension and implement a simple widget with a timeline to verify integration.

Frequently Asked Questions about widgetkit

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I configure WidgetKit widgets for StandBy and lock screen surfaces?▼

Configure WidgetKit widgets for StandBy and lock screen surfaces by building WidgetKit extensions that adapt to systemSmall, systemMedium, systemLarge families and lock screen accessories.

Do I need App Groups and entitlements to support cross-process data sharing for widgets?▼

Yes, App Groups and entitlements are required to support cross-process data sharing and robust timeline updates between the main iOS app and the WidgetKit extension.

Can I build interactive widgets for the iOS home screen?▼

Yes, you can build interactive widgets for the iOS home screen by conforming to WidgetKit patterns and ActivityKit workflows to deliver production-ready UI components.

What is the best way to start building a WidgetKit extension?▼

The best way to start building a WidgetKit extension is to create a simple widget with a timeline to verify your integration before implementing multiple timeline layouts.