How does this skill help with iPad multitasking?

It provides specific implementation patterns for Split View, Slide Over, and Stage Manager to ensure your app remains functional and visually appealing at any window size.

Does it support the latest SwiftUI navigation patterns?

Yes, it includes best practices for using NavigationSplitView and automatically converting iPhone tab bars into iPad sidebars.

Is Apple Pencil support covered?

Yes, the skill provides guidance on PencilKit integration, Scribble support, and advanced features like M2 Pencil hover detection.

Can it help me implement keyboard shortcuts?

Absolutely. It defines standard system shortcuts (Cmd+N, Cmd+F, etc.) and shows how to register them for the iPadOS discoverability overlay.

iPadOS Design Guidelines

Name: iPadOS Design Guidelines
Author: dirnbauer

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Mobile Development

Implements Apple Human Interface Guidelines to build responsive, multitasking-capable, and pointer-optimized iPad applications.

This skill provides comprehensive guidance for developers building native iPadOS applications, ensuring they adhere to Apple's Human Interface Guidelines (HIG). It enables the creation of professional tablet experiences by moving beyond simple iPhone scaling to implement adaptive size classes, multi-column navigation, and desktop-class features. The skill covers critical areas including Split View and Stage Manager multitasking, hardware keyboard shortcuts, trackpad interactions, and Apple Pencil integration, making it an essential companion for building high-quality productivity and creative apps.

Características Principales

01Multitasking support for Split View, Slide Over, and Stage Manager windowing

02Keyboard shortcut integration and focus management for productivity workflows

0313 GitHub stars

04Adaptive layout implementation using SwiftUI size classes and NavigationSplitView

05Pointer and trackpad optimization including hover effects and context menus

06Apple Pencil support including Scribble, pressure sensitivity, and hover detection

Casos de Uso

01Building productivity tools that require complex multi-column navigation and hardware keyboard support

02Implementing advanced input support for trackpads and Apple Pencil in creative or utility apps

03Converting an existing iPhone-only app into a responsive, iPad-optimized universal application

What are Skills?·How to Install

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