- Platforms
- Foundations
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Patterns
- Overview
- Accessing private data
- Charting data
- Collaboration and sharing
- Drag and drop
- Entering data
- Feedback
- File management
- Going full screen
- Launching
- Live-viewing apps
- Loading
- Managing accounts
- Managing notifications
- Modality
- Multitasking
- Offering help
- Onboarding
- Playing audio
- Playing haptics
- Playing video
- Printing
- Ratings and reviews
- Searching
- Settings
- Undo and redo
- Workouts
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Components
- All components
- Content
- Layout and organization
- Menus and actions
- Navigation and search
- Presentation
- Selection and input
- Status
- System experiences
- Inputs
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Technologies
- All technologies
- AirPlay
- Always On
- App Clips
- Apple Pay
- Augmented reality
- CareKit
- CarPlay
- Game Center
- HealthKit
- HomeKit
- iCloud
- ID Verifier
- In-app purchase
- Live Photos
- Mac Catalyst
- Machine learning
- Maps
- Messages for Business
- NFC
- Photo editing
- ResearchKit
- SharePlay
- ShazamKit
- Sign in with Apple
- Siri
- Tap to Pay on iPhone
- Wallet
Human Interface Guidelines
The HIG contains guidance and best practices that can help you design a great experience for any Apple platform.
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Platforms
Create an app or game that feels at home on every platform you support.
Platforms


Foundations
Understand how fundamental design elements help you create rich experiences.
Foundations


Patterns
Get design guidance for enabling common user actions, tasks, and experiences.
Patterns


Components
Learn how to use and customize system-defined components to give people a familiar and consistent experience.
Components


Inputs
Learn about inputs methods such as keyboards, touch gestures, mouse and more.
Inputs


Technologies
Make use of system capabilities and APIs to enhance your experiences.
Technologies