Are there pre-built component patterns included?

Yes, it provides structural patterns for common UI elements like buttons, cards, and input fields that follow best practices for the GPUI ecosystem.

Does this skill support dark mode?

Yes, it includes detailed instructions and code patterns for implementing, managing, and toggling between light and dark themes using global states.

What is GPUI styling?

GPUI styling is the design system used by the GPUI framework to create high-performance desktop application interfaces using Rust, following a utility-first approach similar to modern web frameworks.

How does GPUI handle layout?

GPUI utilizes a Flexbox-inspired layout system, which this skill helps you master through examples of alignment, distribution, and gap management.

Can I build responsive layouts with GPUI?

Absolutely. This skill provides methods for window size detection and breakpoint-based logic to ensure your application looks great on any screen size.

GPUI Styling & Theming

Name: GPUI Styling & Theming
Author: geoffjay

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Design Tools

Provides comprehensive guidance for building beautiful, responsive user interfaces using the GPUI styling system and theme management.

The GPUI Styling skill empowers developers to master the high-performance UI framework's layout and design systems within the Rust ecosystem. It provides implementation patterns for basic styling APIs, complex theme management including light and dark modes, and responsive design techniques using window-size detection and breakpoints. Whether you are building custom widgets or orchestrating full application layouts, this skill offers the visual design patterns and composition strategies needed to create professional-grade desktop applications with consistent branding and efficient layout logic.

Key Features

01Comprehensive styling API fundamentals for colors, spacing, and sizing

02Responsive layout implementation using window size detection and breakpoints

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04Advanced theme system architecture with light and dark mode support

05Flexbox-based layout orchestration and child element management

06Production-ready visual design patterns for common UI components like buttons and cards

Use Cases

01Creating a cohesive, switchable theme system for a Rust desktop application

02Building complex, responsive layouts that adapt dynamically to window resizing

03Standardizing UI components across an entire project to ensure visual consistency

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add geoffjay/claude-plugins gpui-styling

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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